Whether you’re the one going in front of a judge or it’s someone you know, here’s what happens during a typical bail hearing.
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Did you know that North Carolina has the fourth-highest rate of domestic violence in the United States? Domestic violence is terrible all around, and if you get arrested, you can face jail time, fines, and more. Not to mention the cost of getting out of jail while waiting for your court hearing. But, how much […]
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North Carolina has some of the most strict and harsh punishments for drug-related offenses in the US. With a rampant opioid epidemic taking place, the courts have little leniency when it comes to drug crime. If you stand accused, do you know how to stay free until the date of your trial? The only way is […]
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Did you know that there are 14,000 bail bond agents in the United States writing about 2 billion dollars worth of bail bonds? Bail bonds are when a bail bond agent guarantees payment on behalf of the defendant in case they don’t show up for their court date. If you skip the court date, then […]
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Incarceration of some kind is unfortunately common in the U.S. at just under 1 in 100 people serving time in federal, state, or local facilities. While many of these people are serving out sentences, a lot of them are in the pre-trial phase. That means they’ve been arrested and charged, but haven’t gone to trial yet. […]
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Bail and bond payments are very controversial in the United States. In 2020 the ACLU estimates that about 630,000 people were incarcerated in the U.S. Human rights advocates claim bail prices are too high for many poor Americans. Controversy over bail continues to persist in many states across the country. In North Carolina, this is […]
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Drug possession is a serious offense. Although stigma about a lot of drugs is lifting, there are still large legal penalties for drug possession. Are you or a loved one facing a drug possession charge in NC? Then it’s best to know what you’re up against. The law isn’t easy to understand, but if you […]
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According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, one out of every 20 people will serve prison time at some point in their lives. This is about 5% of the United States Population. While going to prison has a lot of unknowns, there are ways that you can make this experience less stressful. One is by […]
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Domestic violence is a serious crime, and it, unfortunately, can even lead to the end of one’s life. In 2020, domestic violence-related homicides rose by 24.1% from 2019. Obviously, not all domestic violence cases end in murder. But, it can be a serious crime, and a domestic violence charge will likely come out of it. […]
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A friend or loved one getting arrested is traumatic no matter the circumstances. If you don’t have experience with the criminal court system, it makes matters even more complicated and overwhelming. Likely, the first thing you want to do is get your loved one out of jail. To do that, you’ll need to pay their […]
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