Top Attorneys near Victoria County Jail, TX

Port Lavaca Clinic

1200 N Virginia St
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
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Dornburg Law - Victoria

101 W Goodwin Ave
Victoria, TX 77901
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Aggressive Criminal Defense Attorney

Dornburg Law

101 W Goodwin Ave Ste 305
Victoria, TX 77901
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Law Firm of David Benning Smith

106 N Main St
Victoria, TX 77901

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Law Office of Edward P. Wilkinson

111 S Main St
Victoria, TX 77901
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If you are being accused of a crime, you need a Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist to protect your rights and future. Edward Wilkinson has the compassion, skill, and experience to help you get your life back on track.

Filley George J III

214 S Main St
Victoria, TX 77901
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Protecting Your Rights Since 1976

Walker Keeling, LLP

120 S. Main Street Suite 500
Victoria, TX 77901

Merri Nichols Attorney at Law

5606 N Navarro St Ste 109
Victoria, TX 77904

Garza Law Firm

1101 N Navarro St
Victoria, TX 77901

Alex R. Hernandez Jr. PLLC Attorneys at Law

101 Oconnor Plz
Victoria, TX 77901
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The Law Offices of Alex R. Hernandez Jr. PLLC

1 Oconnor Plz Ste 750
Victoria, TX 77901

Crain Caton and James

101 W Goodwin Ave
Victoria, TX 77901

Eaves & Bauknight

206 N Liberty St
Victoria, TX 77901

Knaupp, Lynn

203 N Liberty St
Victoria, TX 77901
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Davis Mark A

121 E Constitution St
Victoria, TX 77901

Lidia Serrata Law Office

113 E Constitution St
Victoria, TX 77901

Weiser, Keith S, ATTY

120 S Main St
Victoria, TX 77901

Brown Jerome Atty

121 S Main St
Victoria, TX 77901

Hartman Lisa J

121 S Main St
Victoria, TX 77901

Johnson Constance Filley

214 S Main St
Victoria, TX 77901

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.