Top Attorneys near Suffolk County Nashua Street Jail, MA

James E. McCall Attorney at Law

107 Union Wharf
Boston, MA 02109
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Law offices of Richard S. Ravosa

224 Lewis Wharf
Boston, MA 02110
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Cioffi Michael A

452 Bennington St
Boston, MA 02128

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Law Office of Matthew W. Peterson

45 Bromfield Street, Suite 500
Boston, MA 02108
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Lown Law Firm

50 Congress St Ste 600
Boston, MA 02109
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Dla Piper LLP

33 Arch St Ste 2600
Boston, MA 02110
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Wittmen Law firm, LLC

101 Arch St
Boston, MA 02110

Attorney Joseph B Simons

10 Winthrop Square
Boston, MA 02110
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Law Offices of Steven J. Topazio

Suite 4100 10 Winthrop Square
Boston, MA 02110
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Koufman and Frederick, LLP.

2 Park Plz Ste 312
Boston, MA 02116
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Serpa Law Office

20 Park Plz Ste 400
Boston, MA 02116
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Boston's Criminal Defense Lawyer

Lento Law Firm Student Defense and Title IX Attorneys

361 Newbury Street #3rd 4th And 5th Floor
Boston, MA 02115
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Boston Globe Store

3 School St
Boston, MA 02108

Law Office of Virginia Lee

101 Tremont St Ste 900
Boston, MA 02108
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Anderson Michael

111 Devonshire St # 5
Boston, MA 02109

Anita Agajanian Attorney

33 Arch St
Boston, MA 02110

Sherman, Robert P, ATY

33 Arch St
Boston, MA 02110
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Francis H Feeney Attorney

33 Arch St
Boston, MA 02110

O'Connor, Robert J, ATY

33 Arch St
Boston, MA 02110
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Vhay Michael D

33 Arch St
Boston, MA 02110

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.