Top Attorneys near Scott County Detention Center, KY

Christopher A Spedding Attorney At Law PSC

269 W Main St Ste 400
Lexington, KY 40507
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Carman Dan Attorney At Law

271 W Short St
Lexington, KY 40507
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Cornett, John E

112 N Court St
Georgetown, KY 40324
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Morgan Law Office PLC

130 N Hamilton St
Georgetown, KY 40324
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Duncliffe Law Office

107 N Hamilton St
Georgetown, KY 40324
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Dutra John E

113 N Hamilton St
Georgetown, KY 40324

Committed, Experienced, Aggressive

Stephanie Litteral Attorney

126 E Main St
Georgetown, KY 40324

Willis Law Office, PLLC

102 E Main St Ste 1
Georgetown, KY 40324

Duncliffe, Amy R, ATY

107 N Hamilton St
Georgetown, KY 40324
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Law Office of David Higdon

203 E Main St Ste 3
Georgetown, KY 40324
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David Attorney Higdon at Law

113 N Hamilton St
Georgetown, KY 40324

Bing I Bush Sr., Law Offices PSC

213 E Main St
Georgetown, KY 40324

LaBach Law

321 E Main St
Georgetown, KY 40324

Anggelis & Gordon, PLLC

231 Lexington Ave
Lexington, KY 40508
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The Cornett Law Firm

155 East Main Street Suite 101
Lexington, KY 40507
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Honesty - Trust - Knowledge - Loyalty - Results

True Guarnieri & Ayer LLP

124 Clinton St
Frankfort, KY 40601
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Van Horn Law Office

111 W Short St
Lexington, KY 40507

Fayette Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office

116 N Upper St
Lexington, KY 40507
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Hicks Benny Attorney

300 W Short St
Lexington, KY 40507

Eric L. Ray, Attorney at Law, PLLC

271 West Short St Suite 100
Lexington, KY 40507
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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.