What is Bail & How Does it Work in New Jersey?
April 1, 2021
Jail can be a scary place. Naturally, people don’t want to be there. That’s where bail comes in. After a person is arrested, they can pay bail to the court (depending on the crime), which is the cash equivalent that acts as collateral to get released from custody until a later court date. Bail is […]
Continue ReadingCan I Get Out of Jail after Arrest by Using Bail?
February 6, 2018
Anyone who has recently found themselves in jail tends to wonder just how long it will be before they can leave. The fastest way to do this is by posting bail. Bail is the temporary release of an accused person awaiting trial. Typically, things like property, a bond, or cash can be used as collateral in […]
Continue ReadingNJ Bail Reform Law Called “Historic,” Gives Prosecutors Flexibility in Criminal Cases
October 26, 2016
New Jersey has a new bail reform law that some state officials are describing as “historic” because it grants more flexibility to prosecutors when they determine what bail amounts to seek. In recent years, the NJ criminal justice system has come under intense scrutiny as more and more reports circulate about individuals accused of nonviolent […]
Continue Reading
