Bail Versus Bond Forfeiture Hearing Wisconsin In Wake
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969.13 Forfeiture. (1) If the conditions of the bond are not complied with, the court having jurisdiction over the defendant in the criminal action shall enter an order declaring the bail to be forfeited.
If you start communication with both your bondsman and the court as soon as possible, your court date will, in most cases, be reset, and the forfeiture of your bond will be recalled. However, if you do not get back in touch with your bondsman or the courts, the warrant for your arrest will remain active.
The legal implications of bail bond forfeiture can be severe. Beyond the financial loss, the defendant may face additional charges for failing to appear in court, complicating their legal situation.
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.
Typically, a judge presides over the court decision and a jury's presence is not needed. The defendant will be present, along with the defense attorney (if an attorney is being used). Spectators are also generally welcome to appear.
After an arrest in Wisconsin, you will appear in front of a judge. This initial court appearance is known as an arraignment or bail hearing. It's at this hearing that a judge will determine if you are eligible for bail.
