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BAIL BOND PROCESS

WHEN WILL I SEE A JUDGE? The first time that you see a judge will be during your arraignment. Arraignment is the hearing in which you are formally charged with a crime. The judge informs you that you have the right to hire an attorney to represent you, and you will enter your plea to the charges. Also during the arraignment, the judge determines [...]

November 19th, 2019|Bail FAQ, Being Arrested, questions|

Know Your Rights During a DUI Checkpoint

DUI checkpoints are created to ensure the safety of drivers and pedestrians in multiple ways. The primary functions of the inspections are to catch and prevent impaired drivers in areas that may have a higher chance of accidents. Due to this, police do not necessarily need to have probable cause to pull you over at a checkpoint, as the inspection [...]

November 10th, 2019|Being Arrested, questions, Trends, Your Rights|

Can You Be Held Without Being Charged? What Your Rights Are After an Arrest

Ben is arrested on suspicion of murdering a girl in the town. Ben is held in the county jail for over 24 hours without being charged. When his lawyer arrives, he tells the sheriff that since 24 hours have passed, Ben must either be charged or released. The sheriff promptly charges Ben-who is actually innocent-of murder and holds him in [...]

October 17th, 2019|Bail FAQ, Trends, Your Rights|

Tips for When You Get Pulled Over

Getting pulled over can be a stressful ordeal, especially as you see the flashing red and blue lights in your rearview mirror. As the police officer approaches your car, you may wonder if you remembered to put the registration paperwork in the glove box. But being pulled over doesn’t have to be so intimidating. If you know what to say [...]

October 14th, 2019|Being Arrested, questions, Your Rights|

What You Need to Know About Your Miranda Rights

About Miranda Rights “You have the right to remain silent." Ever heard that before? Every arrest on any self-respecting cop show includes those words, but did you know that the phrase is critical to the legality of an arrest? It begins the Miranda warning, which protects American citizens' Fifth and Sixth Amendment rights. The Constitution outlines the right not to [...]

October 9th, 2019|Bail FAQ, Being Arrested|

The Reality Of Bounty Hunting

“Reality TV” bounty hunter shows like ‘Dog The Bounty Hunter,’ and YouTube sensations Patty Mayo and Bounty Hunter D would have you believe that bounty hunting is one long action movie. They chase suspects down in dangerous situations, stake out suspects before “taking them down” and encounter all sorts of exciting situations every single day. The reality, though, is quite [...]

October 4th, 2019|questions, Trends|

Different Kinds Of Bail

A lot of people don’t realize that there are several different types of bail available. Depending on the charges and financial situation of the accused, each case has its own bond as determined by a judge at the bail hearing. Though some may be used more frequently than others, the job of the accused is the same: to show up [...]

September 29th, 2019|Bail FAQ, County Bail Info, questions|

What is the Difference Between Petty Theft and Grand Theft?

Theft crimes are categorized between petty theft and grand (felony) theft and the penalties vary by category. Grand theft is a more serious offense and involves property with a higher value Petty theft, on the other hand, is less serious and involves property with a lesser monetary value Petty theft in Tennessee is discussed in Tennessee Code Annotated section 39-14-105 [...]

September 23rd, 2019|Bail FAQ, Being Arrested, County Bail Info, Your Rights|

THE EIGHT AMENDMENT OF THE U.S. CONSTITUTION

The right of bail and basic protections for U.S. citizens is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution via the Eight Amendment and is part of the Bill of Rights. It prohibits the Federal Government from imposing excessive bail, or fines, cruel and/or unusual punishment, inclusive of torture to persons accused of a crime on U.S. territory. Bail, however, is not guaranteed [...]

September 11th, 2019|Being Arrested, News, questions, Trends, Your Rights|

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