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Bonding out
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Bonding out
If you are ever arrested, you will be given a bond amount depend on the
charges you are facing. For example, a first DUI without an accident
has a list bond of $500.
The jail, for first time offenders, will offer what’s called “pre-trial
release”. This will not require you to post a bond. Most people who
are arrested jump at this option because they think….I don’t need to
post a bond or pay a bondsman.
This is true but pre-trial release can also be a leash around your neck.
Pre-trial release requires you to call in to a pre-trial officer 2-3
times a week and depending on the magistrate judge the morning after you
are arrested. You may also be required to attend AA meetings and or drug
classes.
My advice is to bond out and not use pre-trial release unless absolutely
necessary….you have no money to post a bond. It’s better to be out on
bond and not be required to check in with anyone except your lawyer.
“If you have any further questions or would like to retain my services, please call Attorney Phillip Menditto.”
Regards,
Phillip Menditto P.A.
Phone: 954 641 9100
Fax: 954 463 5428
524 S. Andrews Ave Suite 200 North
Ft Lauderdale, Fl, 33301
Email: phillipmenditto@phillipmenditto.com
Website: http://www.phillipmenditto.com