Bail Bonds Out Of State In Maryland
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Leaving California on Bail with a Bond In this instance, a warrant for re-arrest will be issued, even if your travel plans were for legitimate reasons. Meanwhile, any costs encountered due to calling private investigators or locating your whereabouts are added to your bill.
In short, you are allowed to travel out of state on bail but only if the courts allow it. Every bail agreement is unique, which is why it's vital that you understand the circumstances surrounding yours. Understanding the terms of bail when signing the agreement should help you avoid any problems.
Some states don't allow bounty hunters to be there, so if you go there to pick somebody up, you're breaking the law just by picking that person up in that state. It is legal to cross the line as long as you're in a state that allows you to be a bail bondsman.
It is usually very possible to bail someone out from another state. However, the process is more complicated than with regular bail bonds.
So, what authority do bail bond agents have? Bail bond agents can carry firearms (like regular citizens) and make arrests in California. However, they do not have the same power as police officers to investigate crimes, enforce traffic laws, or cordon off specific areas.
Travel Restrictions. Defendants out on bond are often required to remain within a certain geographic area, usually within the state or county where the case is being prosecuted. Travel outside of this area is typically prohibited unless explicitly permitted by the court.
Even when operating across state lines, bail bond agencies must adhere to the local laws and regulations of each state. This includes differences in the amount of bail, conditions for release, and the procedures for posting bail.
The penalty for failure to appear is a misdemeanor offense, and under Section 5-212(c), is punishable by 90 days incarceration and a fine not to exceed $500.00 making it important that a Maryland failure to appear attorney is consulted.
(1) The date for trial in the circuit court shall be set within 30 days after the earlier of the appearance of counsel or the first appearance of the defendant before the circuit court pursuant to Rule 4-213, and shall be not later than 180 days after the earlier of those events.
Section 4-347 of the Maryland Revised Statutes provides for sentencing and revocation of probation for the commission of new crimes. These are often called “Rule 4 violations.” There is no discretion in these cases.
