Top Attorneys near Watauga County Jail, NC

Kilby & Hurley Attorneys at Law

122 North Jefferson Avenue
West Jefferson, NC 28694
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Teague Joshua J Attorney At Law PA

827 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Casey & Casey Law Offices

891 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Bruce L Kaplan

184 N Water St
Boone, NC 28607

Miller & Johnson Law Firm

766 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Garrett, Chelsea B, ATTY

642 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Speed Robert Thomas

825 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Robert B Angle Jr PA

910 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Hite Law, PLLC

164 South Depot St.
Boone, NC 28607
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Advocating Locals' Rights in the High Country

Christopher, T Dunnagan Attorney At Law

184 N Water St Suite 10
Boone, NC 28607
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Britt Springer Attorney At Law

756 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Eggers, Eggers, Eggers, & Eggers

737 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Hedrick, Law Office

184 N Water St
Boone, NC 28607
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Daniel O Klinedinst Attorney at Law

815 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Harmon Law, P

827 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Angle, Perry & Isley Law, P

910 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Andrew C Brooks Attorney at Law

659 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Reeves, Divenere, Wright Attorneys at Law

280 Queen St
Boone, NC 28607
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Springer, Britt, ATTY

756 W King St
Boone, NC 28607
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Jeffery M Hedrick Attorney

184 N Water St Ste 14
Boone, NC 28607
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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.