What is a Bail Bond?
Simply put, a bail bond is a condition set with a sum of
money to be placed with the courts that grants a temporary release of an
arrested and accused person awaiting trial to guarantee that person’s appearance
in court for legal proceedings. If you have questions, you can call one of our St. Charles Lawyers to walk you through the process at 636-896-4020.
How Do Bond Reductions Work?
Depending on the seriousness of charges or previous legal
history, a bail bond can be set at a very high price. When defendants cannot make bail, sometimes
they need to seek a bond reduction concerning the pending charges against them.
The first step in seeking a bond
reduction is to work with your criminal defense attorney to file a
motion—typically a “motion for bond reduction” to lower the bail. You and your
attorney may also need to file additional motions to continue to lower the bail
to a reasonable amount; for example, 10 percent of the original amount in order
to ensure that you or a loved one are able to get out of jail. Whether or not a
judge approves additional bail reductions depends upon the circumstances of the
case and the prosecutor’s actions.
Requirements for Bond Reduction and the Hearing
When you hire the St. Charles Criminal Attorneys at BoehmerLaw, we will work with you on a very specific strategy as to what to present at
your bond reduction hearing. We will
discuss the over all process, what is needed, and who may need to testify (if
necessary) on your behalf. We will keep
you updated throughout the process and give you a realistic opinion on what to
expect.
Missouri Bond Reduction Attorneys
If you have been charged with a crime, your bail could be
set at an overwhelming amount, such as $25,000. Making bail and being released can
be crucial in order to properly build your defense with your attorney and get
you back to work as soon as possible. At
Boehmer Law, we aggressively work with our Missouri clients to help them obtain
a bond reduction to guarantee their release. Contact us today to find out more
at 636-896-4020. We offer free initial
consultations to review your circumstances.
