Changing Directions: A Case for a Modern and Empirical Approach to Pretrial Detention and Bail In many jurisdictions within Louisiana, Bail is set by a Judge upon the issuance of a warrant. That warrant is either issued before the arrest is made[1] or within 48 hours of an arrest[2]. In either event, the judge reliesContinue reading
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Bail or bust: Should you post bail?
Imagine that you are at home when you get a call from a friend or family member asking if you can bond them out of jail. Before you bond your friend or family member out of jail, you should know what entails. Posting bail for someone is often stressful but if you are prepared, it can greatly reduce the amount of stress the process creates.