Barry S Edwards Law Office

Phone Numbers:

(612) 310-7398 - Main Phone

Website:

Address:

125 SE Main St Ste 339
Minneapolis, MN 55414

Description:

At the Barry S. Edwards Law Office our first priority is to serve our clients' needs. Our clients receive professional, confidential, and personal service every time, period! All of the firm’s work is conducted in-house and is never delegated to outsiders. We provide a personal service and become thoroughly familiar with your individual case. We are always available by phone or e-mail and respond to all inquires promptly throughout the day. Because of our ability and expertise we shorten litigation time, whenever possible. Maintaining a low overhead assists in keeping our costs down and providing a great value for service to our clients. We provide custom fee arrangements to assist in meeting our clients’ needs and means. These arrangements may include flat rate services, hourly billing, or a combination of a flat fee/ hourly arrangement. The initial consultation will establish the best fee arrangement for your individual situation. Our firm practices in criminal law, family law (dissolutions/divorce, custody, maintenance), administrative appeals (professional licenses), and many other areas of law in counties throughout the Twin City metro area. About the Firm’s Founder: The founder of the firm, Barry S. Edwards was born and raised in Oklahoma. Barry Graduated with a B.A. in English from Grinnell College, worked as an English professor at local colleges and universities (Ph.D., University of Minnesota, 1995). After graduating from the University of Minnesota Law School (cum laude), clerked at the Hennepin County District Court as the law clerk for then Chief of the Civil Division, Hon. Gary Larson, and later for Hon. Diana Eagon.

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.