At the bond hearing, a Judge will decide whether or not to grant you a bond. In making this decision, the Judge will consider two main things: (1) whether or not you are a danger to the community, and (2) whether or not you are a flight risk.
A judge determines the amount of bail based on factors like the severity of the alleged offense, the likelihood that the defendant will commit additional crimes after being released, and the chances that the defendant will flee the jurisdiction before trial.
No - if you signed the bond it doesn't matter whether you have a job or not - or whether the bondsman asked you if you did. You are liable as surety on the bond - having a job or not has nothing to do with your liability. Sorry.
What factors does a magistrate consider when determining bail? By law, a magistrate must consider: (i) The nature and circumstances of the offense. (ii) Whether a firearm is alleged to have been used in the offense.
Factors considered include the seriousness of the charges, the defendant's criminal history, ties to the community, and their financial situation. Pretrial Services Report – The judge may also review a report that the pretrial services agency prepares.
Hearings for Bond Motions in Virginia This is an early hearing to advise you of the charges against you, and of your right to hire an attorney. At this point, the issue of Bond may be addressed informally, in certain courts. If you are denied bond at this hearing, your next step is to file a formal Bond Motion.
The arrestee's attorney will schedule the hearing and argue their case. Alternatively, a bail bond hearing in California may refer to when a bail bond company contacts the court and requests changes to the bail amount. This is extremely common as it helps defendants get the fairest bail possible.
The court will schedule a hearing and the judge will hear the argument from the state and the person in custody about what bond they are requesting the judge will then make a decision and can lower the bond amount.