Top Attorneys near Roanoke County Jail, VA

Myers Law, P.C.

610 N Main St Suite 175
Blacksburg, VA 24060
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Your Traffic Attorney in South Central VA

Doubles Mac

13 S Roanoke St
Fincastle, VA 24090
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Myers Law, P.C.

9620 Iron Bridge Rd
Chesterfield, VA 23832
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Your Traffic Attorney in South Central VA

The Law Office of WIlliam B. Vaughan, PLLC

Galax, VA 24333
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Trusted Advocate For Those Facing Criminal Charges.

Charles R. Allen, Jr.

120 Church Ave SW
Roanoke, VA 24011
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Jeffrey L Dorsey PC

25 Library Sq
Salem, VA 24153
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L Richard Padgett Jr PC

521 Roanoke Blvd
Salem, VA 24153
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Harry F Bosen Jr Law Offices

306 E Main St Ste A
Salem, VA 24153
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Phillips & Phillips Lwyrs

111 E Clay St
Salem, VA 24153
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Schottmiller Law

30 E Clay St
Salem, VA 24153
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Massey & Clay PLC

231 College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
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Byrd I Ray

416 S College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
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Gregory Jr, John, ATY

103 S College Ave
Salem, VA 24153
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David D. Walker, PC

40 W Main St
Salem, VA 24153
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Phillips, C Gregory, ATY

822 Cherrywood Rd
Salem, VA 24153
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Virginia Cannabis Lawyers

3735 Franklin Rd SW PMB 229
Roanoke, VA 24014
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Moheb Legal Defense, P

133 Salem Ave SW Ste 100
Roanoke, VA 24011
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Roanoke Criminal Attorneys

30 Franklin Rd SW Ste 200
Roanoke, VA 24011
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Strickland, Diviney, Segura & Byrd

23 Franklin Rd SW
Roanoke, VA 24011
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Your guide through life's valleys.

Geddes, Scott R, ATTY

3140 Chaparral Dr
Roanoke, VA 24018
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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.