Bail In Money Laundering Cases In Virginia
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Virginia Code Section 19.2-120 states that a person pending a trial or hearing, shall be admitted to bail, unless there is reason to believe: They will not appear for trial. They are an unreasonable danger to himself/ herself. They would constitute an unreasonable danger to the public.
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.
Types of Bail in Virginia Criminal Cases However, if the magistrate does not set bond, then you will remain in jail either until released after trial or sentencing or until your defense attorney files a motion in court. There are three types of bail set in Virginia criminal cases: Recognizance.
Most bond agreements include travel restrictions, confining you to a specific geographic area such as your county or state. These limitations are designed to ensure your availability for court dates. If travel is necessary, you must seek prior approval from the court or your bail bondsman.
There is no fixed schedule for bond amounts, but typical amounts might be $500-5000 for misdemeanors; $2500-10,000 for property and drug felonies; and $25,000-50,000 or much more for serious felonies.
Definitions. As used in this article, unless the context requires otherwise: "Account" means an arrangement under a terms-of-service agreement in which a custodian carries, maintains, processes, receives, or stores a digital asset of the user or provides goods or services to the user.
§ 55.1-3000. Definitions "Notice" means notice given in writing by either regular mail or hand delivery, with the sender retaining sufficient proof of having given such notice in the form of a certificate of service confirming such mailing or hand delivery prepared by the sender.
Va Code §18.2-248 criminalizes the possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance in Virginia. The same statute also criminalizes many other acts involving controlled substances, including distribution, manufacturing, and other possession with intent to distribute controlled substance crimes.
