Bail can be granted in criminal cases where a defendant has been arrested and charged with a crime. Bail is available in almost all cases except when there is a death penalty.  It is largely up to the court and the judge to decide if bail is granted.

The purpose of bail is to ensure that you will return to court for your trial.

The judge will consider factors such as…

• Your ties to the community
• The seriousness of the crime
• Your criminal history

In some cases, bail may be denied if the judge determines that the defendant poses a flight risk or a danger to the community. Additionally, In some jurisdictions, bail may be granted or denied based on the type of crime, with some crimes considered more serious than others and not eligible for bail.

Other Things You Can Do To Ensure Bail Possibility

These should be common sense, but going into a courtroom with a tie-dye shirt that says “Pot Smoker 4 Life” probably won’t be in your best interests.

• Be on time or early
• Dress professionally and well groomed
• Speak and act in a calm, mature and professional, humble demeanor
• Have made all your previous appointments on time