No bond status means a person cannot be released from jail by paying bail unless a judge later sets bail.
For those accused of a felony, the defendant is generally entitled to a personal bond after 90 days of incarceration have elapsed if the defendant has not been indicted.
No Bond Hold This could happen if the defendant is considered a flight risk, poses a danger to others, or if there are reasons to believe they may tamper with evidence or intimidate witnesses. In such cases, the judge may issue a “no bond hold,” which means the person will remain in custody until their trial.
FAQs If you are charged with certain non-violent offenses, you will automatically be considered for release on a Personal Bond. An attorney may submit a request for release on a personal bond to the magistrate in misdemeanor cases. For felony cases an attorney may submit a request to the assigned felony court judge.
A “P.R. Bond” is legally defined as a “personal bond.” A personal bond allows a defendant to leave on his own recognizance. This means that the defendant does not have to post a bond. The defendant simply gives his word that he will show up for the future court date if and when it occurs.
Personal Bond: The defendant is released upon signing a bond, which states that he or she will be liable for criminal, and in some cases civil, penalties if he or she fails to appear in court.
The bail bond agent will need you to sign some paperwork in order for you to secure their services. This usually means paying an amount to the agent, usually a percentage of the total bail amount, and signing off on any collateral for the bond.
Bond Duration Explained Bail bonds in California are valid for the life of the cases unless you miss court or get rearrested. Then, depending on the circumstances, you may need to post another bond.
If you can't make bail in Texas, you will stay in jail until you have served your sentence in full, have completely beaten your case through a not guilty verdict or dismissal, or until you are released on probation. To finally resolve a case, it can take anywhere from a few months to a few years.
Before giving us a call, make sure you have the following information handy: The full name of the person who was arrested. Where is the person being held for custody (you should include the name of jail, city, and county) The person's booking number.