Bond Hearings in Florida Explained

What factors will the court consider in setting my bond amount? If you have been arrested for a misdemeanor or felony offense in Florida, one of your first concerns will likely be arranging for your release from prison.  Within 24 hours after your arrest, you should be brought before a judge for a magistrate hearing.  During this hearing, known as your first appearance, the magistrate judge will set the conditions for your release.  Your first appearance is many times critical to securing your release from prison.  Without an attorney to advocate on your behalf, your bond may be set to an unattainable amount.  Our West Palm Beach criminal defense lawyers explain what will happen at the first appearance hearing and what factors a court will consider to potentially lower your initial bond amount below. Am I Eligible to Receive a Bond? At your first appearance, you have the right to have a reasonable bond set or request that your bond be lowered if you are…

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