Bail is usually determined by the judge at a defendant?s arraignment or first court appearance. Bail is typically imposed (1) when a person is arrested for a bailable offense, and is not a danger to the public; and (2) when a person has close ties to the community and is not a flight risk.

The Law Firm of Charles B. Smith can appear with you at a bail hearing and argue for reduced bail. When necessary we can assist you in procuring a property bond to raise bail or in procuring a bail bond with a licensed Bail Bondsman.