Bail For Dui In Santa Clara
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The bail amount is based on the crime(s) for which the individual is arrested as well as his or hire criminal history. For example, misdemeanor bail typically starts at $5,000 – $10,000. Felony bail starts at $25,000 and increases depending on the seriousness and number of charges.
Some examples of typical bail amounts for common crimes are: Petty theft: $50 to $1,000. DUI: $500 to $10,000. Assault: $1,000 to $50,000. Murder: $1 million or more.
A judge will often hold a bail hearing if you are held in custody following a California DUI arrest. At the hearing, the judge will decide whether you: have to post bail in order to be released from jail, or. can avoid paying bail and get released on your own recognizance.
For example, a first-time misdemeanor DUI offense might involve a relatively modest bail setting of $5,000–$10,000 dollars, while a felony DUI may prescribe a $100,000 bail setting, pursuant to the local bail schedule.
As noted, California counties each have a bail schedule showing a list of bail amounts for different crimes. The amounts vary from county to county and crime to crime, reflecting local policies and crime rates. However, judges retain discretion to adjust these amounts based on the specifics of a case.
The amount that your bail is set at is determined by a judge ing to the nature of the offense and your own history. You can also put up your property as collateral for bail bonds. As long as you make all of your scheduled court appearances, the full bail amount will be returned to you.
