Top Attorneys near Sarasota County Jail, FL

The Lucas Law Firm

17827 Murdock Circle Suite B
Port Charlotte, FL 33948
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All Injuries Law Firm

All Injuries Law Firm. Our Name Says It All.

Leonard M Johnson PA

1536 Rio De Janeiro Ave # 404
Punta Gorda, FL 33983

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William B Fletcher

559 S Commerce Ave
Sebring, FL 33870
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McIntosh Law

766 Hudson Ave Ste B
Sarasota, FL 34236
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McCurry, Liane

100 Wallace Ave Ste 210
Sarasota, FL 34237
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Law Offices Of Anthony G Ryan

100 Wallace Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237

Perry Michael S atty

49 N East Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237

Soler and Slack, P.A.

2170 Main St Ste 403
Sarasota, FL 34237

Mitchell Law Firm

2060 Ringling Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34237
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Fowler Law Group, P.A.

2075 Main Street, Suite 38
Sarasota, FL 34237
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Respect. Reputation. Protection! An arrest will ruin your night. A conviction can ruin your life!

Finebloom & Haenel

2445 Fruitville Rd
Sarasota, FL 34237
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Haenel David PA

200 N Washington Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34236

Fight Your Tickets

200 N Washington Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34236
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Christine F Ryan Ph.D. PA

2075 Main St Ste 28
Sarasota, FL 34237

Poole Ken M

1900 Ringling Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34236
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Elisabeth G Whitmire Attorney

1900 Ringling Blvd
Sarasota, FL 34236

Msperrylaw

49 N East Ave
Sarasota, FL 34237
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Lee Henry E

1834 Main St
Sarasota, FL 34236
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Erika Valcarcel Criminal Defense Lawyer P.A.

2170 Main St
Sarasota, FL 34237
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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.