Top Attorneys near Santa Barbara County Santa Maria Jail, CA

Michael B. Clayton and Associates

400 E Orange St
Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Law Office Of Stephen P Anderson

900 E Main St Ste 101
Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Quality legal services for you, your family and your business at a fair and reasonable price.

Thomas R Allen Attorney at Law

106 E Boone St Ste A
Santa Maria, CA 93454

Michael J Scott Attorney At Law

201 S Miller St Ste 106
Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Powers Mark E

106 E Boone St Ste A
Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Andrew M. Jennings, Attorney at Law

704 S Mcclelland St
Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Kenneth S Biely Attorney

705 E Main St
Santa Maria, CA 93454

Steven D Belasco Attorney

120 S College Dr
Santa Maria, CA 93454

Adrian S Andrade Attorney at Law

120 S College Dr
Santa Maria, CA 93454

Bixby David M Law Office

937 E Main St
Santa Maria, CA 93454

Robert A Ostrin Law Office

937 E Main St
Santa Maria, CA 93454
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Buttery James C

2125 S Broadway Ste 109
Santa Maria, CA 93454

Fothergill Ryan W

2550 Professional Pkwy
Santa Maria, CA 93455

O'Neil, Karen A, ATY

2550 Professional Pkwy
Santa Maria, CA 93455
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Johnson, Nancy C, ATTY

475 Patterson Rd
Santa Maria, CA 93455

Gamble William K

David L. Hagan, Attorney At Law

227 E Branch St
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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Frederick Law Firm

267 W Tefft St
Nipomo, CA 93444
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Klein Theresa G Attorney At Law

1277 E Grand Ave
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

Law Offices of Dennis James Balsamo, APLC

1303 East Grand Avenue, Suite 103
Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
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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.