Top Attorneys near Union County Jail, NC

Process Servers, Private Investigators, Polygraphs, Mediations & Notary Public

3111 W Wilshire Blvd
Oklahoma City, OK 73116
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The Helms Law Firm, PLLC

101 S. Main St.
Monroe, NC 28112
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Kenneth A Swain Attorney

112 E Jefferson St
Monroe, NC 28112

Stone & Witt, P.A.- Monroe NC Bankruptcy Lawyers

110 East Jefferson St.
Monroe, NC 28112
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Larocque, Jeremy P

110 E. Jefferson Street
Monroe, NC 28112

The Khan Law Offices, PLLC

210 E Jefferson St
Monroe, NC 28112

Helms Bennett PA

314 N Hayne St
Monroe, NC 28112
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Seegars & Townsend, PLLC- MONROE

211 N Main St
Monroe, NC 28112
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Huffman & Kendrick, PLLC

340 West Morgan Street
Monroe, NC 28112
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The Duggan Law Firm, P.C.

101 S Main St
Monroe, NC 28112
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Leitner, Bragg & Griffin

201 Lancaster Ave
Monroe, NC 28112
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McBeth Law Firm

309 Lancaster Ave
Monroe, NC 28112
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McManus Law Office

309 Lancster Avenue
Monroe, NC 28112
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Martinez Law

1821 Skyway Dr
Monroe, NC 28110
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Speaks Law Firm

1736 Dickerson Blvd
Monroe, NC 28110
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Charles B. Brooks II Attorney at Law

105 E Jefferson St Ste A
Monroe, NC 28112
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Brooks Charles B II

105 E Jefferson St
Monroe, NC 28112
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John H Painter PA

108 W Jefferson St
Monroe, NC 28112
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Swain Law PC

110 E Jefferson St
Monroe, NC 28112
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Wayne Atty Covington at Law

112 E Jefferson St
Monroe, NC 28112

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.