Orange County Bail Information - Before Posting Bail, California PC 1275

Should I Post Bail Immediately, or Should I Wait?

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• The amount of bail and the criminal charges.
• Whether or not it appears likely the prosecutor will file more serious, or less serious, charges at the arraignment.
• Your contacts in the community.
• Whether or not you have a criminal history.
• The number of character witnesses and character letters you can gather that will convince the court your bail should be reduced.
• The overall likelihood of your bail being either reduced or increased at the bail hearing.

Why Should I Contact a Criminal Defense Attorney Before Posting Bail in Orange County?

1. Your attorney can quickly determine how much it would cost to make bail.
2. Your attorney can explain the different kinds of bail that you can post.
3. The attorney may be able to negotiate to have your bail lowered, or arrange to have you released on your own recognizance, without having to post bail.
4. By hiring a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible after being arrested, you will only have to pay an 8 percent bail bond premium rather than the normal 10 percent.
5. Law enforcement officers typically try to take advantage of the confusion and fear people experience when they are arrested. By telling them you want to speak to an attorney before being interrogated, your attorney can get your side of the story. In addition, your attorney will make sure your rights are protected by negotiating with the prosecutor and being present during the interrogation.
6. Your attorney can also prepare for your bail hearing. This typically takes place within two days after an arrest unless the accused posts bail earlier.

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