How Can an Attorney Help with Bail? An Essential Role of Jack Rice Defense
When facing criminal charges in Minnesota, one of the most critical moments in the legal process is determining whether a defendant will stay in jail or be released on bail pending trial. Bail plays a pivotal role in ensuring that the accused can continue with their normal lives and prepare for their defense adequately. In this article, we will explore how a skilled criminal defense attorney can help in securing favorable bail outcomes for their clients. If you are facing serious criminal charges in Minnesota, make sure you secure the services of an experienced and talented criminal defense attorney.
“Bail is frequently the first step in a long fight with the government when dealing with criminal charges. A successful argument could save thousands, tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands of dollars in bail.”
Understanding Why Bail Matters
Bail is financial obligation to the court that must be posted in order to have a defendant released from custody. This can either be done in cash or as a bind. The purpose is to strike a balance between the rights of the accused and the interests of the justice system. The real benefit of bail is that it allows a defendant to avoid confinement in jail, to continue working, maintain family responsibilities, and work closely with their criminal defense attorney in order to build a strong defense strategy.
Navigating the Bail Hearing
Securing bail begins with a bail hearing, where a judge determines the amount of bail that will be set in order for a defendant to be released from custody. The alternative may be additional conditions or a combination of bail and conditions. In Minnesota, the judge must set a bail amount. This is a critical stage in representation as the result can have a massive impact upon a defendant's life until the resolution of their case.
“At this stage, how much is freedom worth?”
Expertise in Arguing for Bail
There are very specific rules and requirements the Court should use to set a bail amount. Knowing the rules and requirements and knowing what facts to provide and how to provide them can also make a massive difference in the outcome. An experienced Minnesota criminal defense attorney should have made thousands of these kinds of hearings in their career and will know where to focus their attention. Issues to consider include risk to the community and likelihood to appear for court. This can be based upon jobs, housing, career, family, prior record, seriousness of charges and more. Knowing how to argue each of these points is critical.
Sometimes it is about balance. This balance may include a combination or money along with additional safeguards that will give the Court confidence in appearance and safety. These may include alcohol monitoring, random urinalysis, other testing, GPS monitoring, psychological evaluations, probationary contact and more. Again, it is all about balance.
Cash Bail or Bond
Understanding how a bonding company may help in getting a defendant released is important. There are absolutely ups and downs when it comes to the use of a bonding company but sometimes they are necessary. The real benefit is that you may only have to come up with 10% of a bail in order to be released. However, there is a cost to using a bonding company. An experienced criminal defense attorney should be able to help you get a bonding company who can move quickly and get a defendant out of custody.
“While every case is different, Jack was just recently successful in making a bail argument that saved his client a half a million dollars.”
When facing criminal charges, securing favorable bail is crucial for an accused individual's well-being and ability to actively participate in their defense. Jack Rice Defense, with its team of experienced criminal defense attorneys, understands the significance of bail and the impact it has on their clients' lives. By leveraging their knowledge, negotiation skills, and expertise, they tirelessly advocate for reasonable bail outcomes, ensuring their clients' rights and liberties are protected throughout the legal process.
Jack Rice is a nationally known and respected criminal defense attorney. He is also a former prosecutor, former CIA Officer and Board Certified Criminal Law Specialist. He founded Jack Rice Defense before the turn of the century and stands as a reliable pillar of strength and a beacon of hope for those navigating the tangled web of the criminal justice system. Contact Jack Rice Defense for a free confidential consultation or call 651-447-7650 or 612-227-1339.