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 6 years ago by Jim Titus
Factors for Release on Personal Recognizance: What the Judge Could Consider
Posted 6 years ago by Jim Titus
We’ve discussed the types of bonds in Michigan in many of our past blogs. We’ve also touched on the idea of being released on personal recognizance. But what is that, really? And what factors for release on personal recognizance might a judge consider? Here’s a general overview about how that works. What Does Personal Recognizance […]
What you Want to Know: Can a Defendant Leave the State While on Bond?
Posted 6 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 […]
What you Need to Know: What Bail Bond Collateral Means to You
Posted 6 years ago by Jim Titus
When you seek the help of a bail bond agent, you could be asked for collateral. What bail bond collateral means to you depends on a variety of factors, including the type of bond that applies in your case. Types of Bail Bonds First of all, let’s go over the three types of bail bonds […]
What you Need to Know about State vs. Federal Bail Bonds in Michigan
Posted 6 years ago by Jim Titus
Federal courts and crimes are treated differently than state courts and crimes. Unless you have a law degree, understanding the differences can be complicated, as they basically are two different court systems. If you are trying to understand state vs. federal bail bonds in Michigan, however, here are a few of the basics. The Difference […]
What you Need to Know about Cash Bonds in Michigan
Posted 7 years ago by admin
Several options exist for bail bonds in the Detroit area, including cash bonds. Here is what you need to know about cash bonds in Michigan, as well as other types of bonds. How Bail Amounts are Set According to state law in Michigan, the bail amounts that are set by the judge are based on: • […]