like if you can't post bail . Also how long does it take unitl the court date?
2007-11-01 06:33:13 · 6 answers · asked by Sadie C 4 in Politics & Government ➔ Law Enforcement & Police
If you can't post bail, or if no bail is set, then yes, you stay in jail until court. That can take months, if not a year or more.
2007-11-01 06:39:33 · answer #1 · answered by jurydoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the nature of the crime. It also depends on the individual who is being charge, if the person has a criminal history and or violations. Some case's can go before a judge within two month others can go longer. If it's your first offense and if it's a minor offense they may or may not release you. Again it depends on a variety of things including the laws in your state.
2007-11-01 14:01:27 · answer #2 · answered by John 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yep, if you can't post bail you have to sit in jail until your trial. I believe in CA, you have to have your trial with in 6 weeks. However, that is usually put off so the defense can prepare their case and ends up being months later.
2007-11-01 14:45:20 · answer #3 · answered by Scott B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can request your bond reduced. If that doesn't work you can have a family member bake you a cake with a file in it. ;)
2007-11-01 15:11:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
it pretty much depends on the nature of the case
2007-11-01 15:48:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
that is a big possible
2007-11-01 14:14:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋