Top Attorneys near Sherman Walker Correctional Center, LA

Bruno & Bruno LLP

855 Baronne Street
New Orleans, LA 70113
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Levenstein Robert D Attorney At Law

1402 W Airline Hwy
La Place, LA 70068
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We specialize in family law, personal injury law and criminal law

Broussard Baloney Law Firm

1903 W Airline Hwy
La Place, LA 70068
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Law Office Steven Griffith

159 Longview Dr
Destrehan, LA 70047
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Gregory A Miller Law Office

9 Apple St
Norco, LA 70079
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Griffith Steven F Sr LTD

13358 River Rd
Destrehan, LA 70047
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Lemmon, J J, ATTY

15058 River Rd
Hahnville, LA 70057
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Robert J Synder Jr Attorney at Law

837 N Pine St
Gramercy, LA 70052
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Law Office of Heather C. Ford

13919 River Rd Ste 145
Luling, LA 70070
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Chaisson & Chaisson

13919 River Rd
Luling, LA 70070
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David Moyer

13551 River Rd
Luling, LA 70070
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Dubroca, Manina, ATTY

13309 River Rd
Luling, LA 70070
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Bohannan & Associate

4224 Florida Ave
Kenner, LA 70065
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A Professional Law Corporation

Deaton Cary Joseph

16th Saint Mary St Ste F
Metairie, LA 70006
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Rue Stephen & Associates

3309 Williams Blvd
Kenner, LA 70065
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Ceasar J Vazquez

909 W Esplanade Ave
Kenner, LA 70065
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Vazquez Cesar J & Associates

909 W Esplanade Ave
Kenner, LA 70065
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Elias Miguel Attorney at Law

4224 Williams Blvd
Kenner, LA 70065
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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.