So, A Grand Jury Has Indicted You!
So, A Grand Jury Has Indicted You! Does That Mean You’re Going Jail? If you are under investigation for a criminal offense, the prosecution may convene a grand jury. A grand jury can decide if there is enough evidence to indict you. So, what happens now that a grand jury has indicted you? An indictment […]
Are Bail Bonds Considered Public Record?
Are Bail Bonds Considered Public Record? Yes, They Are. However, Not All The Information Is Made Public! Defendants in criminal cases almost always ask, “Are bail bonds considered public record?” Where as others want to know if they can find out whether or not someone has posted bail. These are similar yet different situations. The […]
Judges Consider 5 Factors When Setting Bail Amounts
Bail Bonds 101: Judges Consider 5 Factors When Setting Bail Amounts. After an arrest, the arrested person must post bail to secure a release, in most cases. The bail acts as security that guarantees the judge that the person will attend all court hearings. However, defendants don’t realize judges consider 5 factors when setting bail. […]