Top Attorneys near Posey County Jail, IN

McFadin Higgins & Folz, LLP

227 Main St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
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Foster O'Daniel Hambidge & Lynch

3820 Oak Hill Rd
Evansville, IN 47711
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Duff Law LLC

111 SE 3rd St Ste 201
Evansville, IN 47708
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Aggressively Pursuing Real Life Resolutions For Real Life Problems.

Johnson Carroll, Norton, Kent & Goedde

2230 W Franklin St
Evansville, IN 47712
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Meeting your legal needs in Southwest Indiana since 1952

Berger Erin L

Evansville, IN 47724
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Jake Warrum, Attorney

917 E 4th St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620

The Nice Law Firm, LLP

210 Main St
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
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Van Haaften & Farrar

201 Main St Ste G
Mount Vernon, IN 47620
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Taylor Law Office

123 NW 4th St Ste 610
Evansville, IN 47708

Hermann, Nicholas

123 NW 4th St
Evansville, IN 47708

Walton Douglas S

123 NW 4th St
Evansville, IN 47708
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O'berst Brian

123 NW 4th St Ste 14
Evansville, IN 47708

Brinson, John P

111 SE 3rd St
Evansville, IN 47708
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Brinkmeyer, Dennis

512 Main St
Evansville, IN 47708

Lamont, David W Atty

413 Main St
Evansville, IN 47708

Williams Barbara C Atty

420 Main St
Evansville, IN 47708

Blackard & Brinkmeyer, Attorneys

512 Main St
Evansville, IN 47708
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It's Your Life. NeverSettle.

Lenn, Christian M

Evansville, IN 47708

Hancock, Daniel J

123 NW 4th St Ste 620
Evansville, IN 47708

The Law Office of Brian K. Smith

915 Main St Ste 102
Evansville, IN 47708
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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.