Eaton Law Office

Phone Numbers:

(507) 214-2824 - Main Phone

Address:

102 N Cedar Ave
Owatonna, MN 55060

Description:

At Eaton Law office we have a dedicated mission to listening compassionately to your legal concern and to making sure that we provide thorough, personable, and competent representation in order to defend and further your rights in the areas of criminal defense, estate planning, civil litigation, and family law. We understand that when you are faced with the question of hiring an attorney and going to Court, you may be facing a difficult time in your life, and may feel overwhelmed by the process, and our goal is to provide compassionate, personal, prompt, and competent advice to help guide and support you through the legal process. Call today for a free consultation and meet with Joel Eaton. Joel Eaton: Joel Eaton received his undergraduate degree from the University of Minnesota. Joel attended the University of Iowa College of Law, graduating with high distinction in 2000. Joel was an active duty Air Force officer in the JAG Corps for four years. Joel served as an Assistant Staff Judge Advocate in the 49th Fighter Wing at Holloman Air Force Base, New Mexico, and later as an Area Defense Counsel, where he defended servicemen in the region. After leaving active duty in 2005, Joel worked as a public defender in Minnesota's Third Judicial District. Joel lives in Owatonna, and is active in the community.

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.