Top Attorneys near Santa Fe County Detention Center, NM

Dan Cron Law Firm P.C.

425 Sandoval St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Marjon Law P.C.

311 Montezuma Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87501

Jones, Michael R

432 Galisteo St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Criminal Defense Attorneys.

Stephen D Aarons, Attorney at Law

2019 Galisteo Street Suite H1
Santa Fe, NM 87505

Freedom and Justice, One Client at a Time

Donatelli, Mark H, ATTY

1215 Paseo De Peralta
Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Brooke Gamble Attorney

1322 Paseo De Peralta
Santa Fe, NM 87501

Wolf Aaron J

1701 Calle Medico
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Couleur Douglas E

1640 Calle Medico Ste A
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Jerry Wertheim Attorney

1800 Old Pecos Trl
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Couleur, Douglas E, ATY

2019 Galisteo St
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Castellano, Bea, ATY

4001 Office Court Dr
Santa Fe, NM 87507

Jones Tangora Law Firm

304 Catron St
Santa Fe, NM 87501

Cuddy & McCarthy LLP

1701 Old Pecos Trail
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Farber Steven G Attorney At Law

323 Staab St
Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Experienced in serious injury, wrongful death, white collar crime, criminal

Gallagher & Kennedy

1239 Paseo De Peralta
Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Szantho Law Firm

532 Don Gaspar Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Korte Law Firm - Kevin R. Korte

460 Saint Michaels Dr Ste 1001
Santa Fe, NM 87505
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Clifford, Carol A, ATTY

141 E Palace Ave
Santa Fe, NM 87501
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Edwards Law Firm PA

150 Washington Ave Ste 220
Santa Fe, NM 87501

Wirth Peter

708 Paseo De Peralta
Santa Fe, NM 87501

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.