U.S. Bail Laws
Laws and statutes regarding bail amounts, eligibility and penalties for violating bail are all outlined in state and national laws. While some laws and guidelines will vary from state to state, United States Code, Title 18, Sections 3141 through 3150 contain specific information regarding bail.
In 1984, U.S. Congress replaced the previous law regarding bail, the Bail Reform Act of 1966. One of the most notable changes under the new laws was the implementation of bail denial if a person was deemed to be a danger to the community. Previous laws and statutes had based denial of bail upon the defendant's flight risk - the likelihood that he or she would flee.
U.S. Code, Title 18 Section 3142 f) contains information regarding certain instances where a person might be denied bail. These include:
- Crimes of violence, or offenses which qualify for a maximum prison sentence of 10 or more years.
- Offenses punishable by the death penalty or a life sentence in prison.
- Drug crimes punishable by prison sentences of 10 or more years.
- Any felony offense committed if the person had previously been convicted of any two or more serious criminal offenses as outlined above.
- There is a serious risk that the defendant will flee.
- There is a risk that the defendant will be a danger to witnesses or jurors or is likely to obstruct justice in any way.
Orange County bail bond agent Dan Nesser and his staff understand state and federal laws governing bail. We have the experience and dedication needed to help you obtain a bail bond so you can be released from custody. Regardless of your situation, or whether you live in Orange County or not, if you are seeking information regarding a Criminal Bail Bond, Immigration Bond or Federal Bond- we can do it all. We offer a free initial consultation to see how we can help you.
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