Top Attorneys near Wyoming County Correctional Facility, PA

Ackourey & Turel P.C.

9 Marion St
Tunkhannock, PA 18657
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Howard M Spizer Law Offices

130 Bridge St
Tunkhannock, PA 18657

Cherundolo David

2 Lee Ct
Old Forge, PA 18518

Thompson Law

604 N State St Ste 1
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
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Joseph M Blazosek

341 Wyoming Ave
West Pittston, PA 18643
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O'Malley Law Offices LLC

421 S State St
Clarks Summit, PA 18411

Bolock Frank J

212 Front St
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
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Bufalino CJ Law Offices PC

1230 Memorial Hwy Ste 201
Shavertown, PA 18708
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Kulick Law Firm

1701 Wyoming Ave Ste 2
Exeter, PA 18643
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Caputo & Mariotti

730 Main St
Moosic, PA 18507
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O'Malley & Langan Law Offices

9 N Main St
Pittston, PA 18640
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Krisa & Krisa

3397 Scranton Carbondale Hwy
Blakely, PA 18447
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Buscarini Law Firm, P.C.

108 Stone Ave
Clarks Summit, PA 18411
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Peters Law Firm

251 E Grove St Ste 2
Clarks Green, PA 18411

Sheils Law Associates

108 North Abington Road
Clarks Green, PA 18411
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Charles J Bufalino III

1230 Memorial Hwy Ste 201
Shavertown, PA 18708

Michal Gary A Esquire

1846 Memorial Hwy
Shavertown, PA 18708

Rogan Law

277 Scranton Carbondale Hwy
Scranton, PA 18508

Powell Law Attorneys

1024 S Main St
Taylor, PA 18517
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Osborne, Christopher, JD

1024 S Main St
Taylor, PA 18517
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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.