Top Attorneys near Polk County Jail, NC

Coxie Alan Attorney At Law

79 Woodfin Pl
Asheville, NC 28801
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Jason Hayes Law Firm, PLLC

140 4th Avenue West Ste 205
Hendersonville, NC 28792
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Susan Craven Law Office

Atkins, Lee

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Gardo, William L

921 Oakland St
Hendersonville, NC 28791
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Gardo Law Firm is a general trial practice, emphasizing personal injury, and family law

King Law

21 East Mills Street
Columbus, NC 28722
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Neill Roy D

144 3rd Ave E
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Scott Hyland, Sheffron Attorney

317 N Washington St Ste 3
Hendersonville, NC 28739

Susan Craven Law Office

6944 Us 176 Hwy
Saluda, NC 28773

Lee Attorney Stockdale at Law

100 Pacolet St
Tryon, NC 28782

Sheffron, Bradley, & Associates

317 N Washington St
Hendersonville, NC 28739
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Langer Law Firm Ticket Defense

244 5th Ave W Ste 300
Hendersonville, NC 28739
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The Van Winkle Law Firm

422 S Main St
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Jarrin & Stanifer, P

140 3rd Ave E
Hendersonville, NC 28792
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Michael, J

132 3rd Ave E
Hendersonville, NC 28792
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Monica Gillett Stallings

14 Towne Place Dr Ste 200
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Susan T. Parke Attorney at Law

224 S. Grove Street, Suite J1
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Murray Elizabeth

326 1st Ave E
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Carr, Eugene M

285 E Allen St
Hendersonville, NC 28792
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Bazzle, Ervin W

285 E Allen St
Hendersonville, NC 28792

What is a bail hearing?

After a defendant is arrested, a bail hearing is scheduled to determine if the defendant is a flight risk and to set the amount of his or her bail or deny the bail and bonds altogether if the defendant is deemed a flight risk.

How long after an arrest does it take to set bail?

States have laws that specify when a bail hearing must take place after an arrest. For most states, the hearing must be held 48 to 72 hours after the arrest – but weekends and holidays will not count towards this time.

What is a bail bond?

A bail bond is a contractual guarantee, issued by a licensed bail bond agent, between the agent the defendant and the court, that promises the court the full bail payment if the defendant does not show up for his or her scheduled court hearing.

How quickly can a bail bond be issued?

Once defendants have received a bail amount at their bail hearing, and contacted a bail bond service, the bail and bonds are usually accomplished within 24 hours of the bail hearing.

What is the cost of a bail bond?

States set the fee for a bail bond, and in most states, the fee is 10 percent of the total bail. This fee is paid to the bond agent for the bond service, and it is a non-refundable fee.

Are there any alternatives to a bail bond?

Yes. Defendants may pay the full price of the bail, opt for a property bond or try to gain a release through their own recognizance.

What if a defendant cannot afford a bail bond?

Defendants who cannot afford a bail bond can try for a release on their own recognizance, search for a bail bond agent who offers a payment plan, or remain in jail until their court hearing.

What happens if a defendant flees?

If a defendant flees the full amount of the bail is due, the defendant will be charged with costs associated with their recovery and the amount of the bail is forever forfeit even after the defendant is recovered.

What type of collateral can be used for a bail bond?

Almost anything of value can be used as collateral for a bail bond, including retirement or private savings, property, or personal items of value such as jewelry or antique collections that belong to the defendant or to family members or friends who accept responsibility for the collateral.

When does the bail bond end?

The process for bail and bonds ends when defendants appear for their court hearing. Regardless of the outcome of their hearing, as long as they show up, the bonds are terminated.