Top Attorneys near Saint Louis County Jail, MO

Richard P Hereford Attorney at Law

7711 Bonhomme Ave Ste 815
Saint Louis, MO 63105
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The Hein Law Firm, L.C.

2001 South Hanley Road, Ste 100
St. Louis, MO 63144
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The Hemphill Law Office, LLC

1027 S Vandeventer Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63110
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Smuda & Ramirez, P.C.

1015 Locust St Ste 415
Saint Louis, MO 63101
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The Criminal Defense Firm

7777 Bonhomme Ave Ste 1800
Clayton, MO 63105
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Lento Law Firm Student Defense and Title IX Attorneys

7733 Forsyth Blvd 11th Fl
Clayton, MO 63105
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Travis Noble, P.C.

8000 Maryland Ave Ste 910
Clayton, MO 63105
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Affordable Legal Services of Thomas Sandifer

225 S Meramec Ave Ste 925
Clayton, MO 63105
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Frank, Juengel & Radefeld

7710 Carondelet Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
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Law Office Of Evelyn C Lewis

7710 Carondelet Ave Ste 402
Clayton, MO 63105
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Bradley S Dede Law Firm

7710 Carondelet Ave Ste 105
Clayton, MO 63105
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Law & Schriener

231 S Bemiston Ave Ste 800
Clayton, MO 63105
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Bretz Legal

222 S Central Ave Ste 301
Clayton, MO 63105
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Marc D. Lund Law Office

231 S. Bemiston
Clayton, MO 63105
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Ruvinskiy Law Firm, LLC

2 Cityplace Dr Ste 200
Saint Louis, MO 63141
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Jeffrey M. Taylor, Attorney at Law

4501 Telegraph Rd Ste B
Saint Louis, MO 63129
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Saint Louis Metro Criminal Defense

3668 Gravois Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63116
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Goldfarb Law Group, LLC

230 S Bemiston Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
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Eaker, Lloyd E

130 S Bemiston Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63105
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The Law Office Of Eric V Barnhart, LLC

7751 Carondelet Ave Ste 202
Saint Louis, MO 63105
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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.