Top Attorneys near Terrebonne Parish Jail, LA

Graffagnino Gregg J Law Office

7731 Park Ave
Houma, LA 70364
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Law Office Of Jan S Brunet LLC

7839 West Main Street
Houma, LA 70360
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Paul E Brown Attorney

500 Verret St
Houma, LA 70360
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Todd Joffrion Attorney at Law

7921 Park Avenue
Houma, LA 70364
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Fairchild Law Firm LLC The

510 Roussell St
Houma, LA 70360

McNabb Carolyn Attorney At Law

Houma, LA 70360
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Brunet & Kliebert, Attorneys at Law

7839 Main St
Houma, LA 70360
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Patrick Yancey Law Firm

1700 Saint Charles St
Houma, LA 70360
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Byrne, Kerry ATTY

510 Roussell St
Houma, LA 70360

Kopfler Joseph G

7910 Main St Ste 400
Houma, LA 70360
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Law Office of J Rene Williams

7932 Park Ave
Houma, LA 70364
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Floyd, Patricia Reeves

7847 Main St
Houma, LA 70360
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Thompson, Kevin D

7921 Park Ave
Houma, LA 70364
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Brad Doyle Attorney At Law

7731 Park Ave
Houma, LA 70364
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Southern Legal Clinics

1340 W Tunnel Blvd
Houma, LA 70360
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Yates, William G, ATY

2209 Laban Cir
Houma, LA 70363
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Gerald Arceneaux Aplc

117 Hotard St
Bourg, LA 70343
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Leslie J. Clement Jr., LLC

409 Canal Boulevard
Thibodaux, LA 70301
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Law Offices Of Willard P Schieffler

311 Patriot St
Thibodaux, LA 70301
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S. Brooks Beau Attorney at Law

410 Saint Philip St
Thibodaux, LA 70301
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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.