Judges will consider a variety of factors when determining a bail amount. One thing is certain, however. The idea of innocent until proven guilty is still a standard in our court system, so protection against excessive bail amounts exists within the context of the Eighth Amendment. Factors a Judge Could Use to Determine Bail Amounts […]
Protection Against Excessive Bail Amounts: The Eighth Amendment
Posted 9 years ago by Jim Titus
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7 of the Best Resources for Finding the Right Attorney in Michigan
Posted 9 years ago by Jim Titus
With so many out there, finding a respected, trusted, affordable attorney can be a challenge. Luckily, many resources for finding the right attorney in Michigan are available. Here’s a good start. … Resources for Finding the Right Attorney in Michigan 1. State Bar of Michigan The State Bar of Michigan website is probably the place […]
The Possibility of Modifying Bail Amounts: What Could Happen
Posted 9 years ago by Jim Titus
Working with bail bond agencies is something most of us don’t do often, if ever, so there are many myths and falsehoods out there. One of the big ones is that the bail amount will somehow be lower if you use one bail bond agency over another – and that’s simply not the case. That’s […]
Can a Defendant Leave the Country While on Bond?
Posted 9 years ago by Jim Titus
We’ve discussed a defendant’s ability to leave the state while on bond, but that leads to the question: Can a defendant leave the country while on bond? Let’s examine that. Can a Defendant Leave the Country While on Bond? The ability to leave the country while on bond depends mostly on the severity of the […]
What you Want to Know: Can a Defendant Leave the State While on Bond?
Posted 9 years ago by Jim Titus
In addition to the bail amount, a judge can set specific rules before a defendant can be released on bond. For example, one situation where this may occur is in a criminal sexual conduct case. The judge in that case may require the defendant to not have contact with the alleged victim. One of the […]
When a Preliminary Examination Should be Waived and When a Preliminary Examination Should Not Be Waived
Posted 9 years ago by Jim Titus
In many cases, the second main court appearance after an arraignment is the preliminary examination, also known as the probable cause hearing. The preliminary examination of the evidence against the defendant is like a mini-trial, but without a jury. Very often, the preliminary examination will be waived, allowing the case to proceed directly to the […]