How Can I Get the Bond Reduced?

In most cases the first question that typically comes to mind is “how can I get my bond reduced and released from jail?” After a defendant is charged with a crime, the court will typically set a bond in the case. A bond may be a cash-only bond, a property bond, or a surety bond. A property bond is where the court accepts a person’s equity in property to ensure the defendant returns to court throughout the pendency of the case. If a surety bond is allowed by the court, the defendant can request the assistance of a bail bondsman.

Increasingly, courts are requiring cash-only bonds, or at least a portion of bond being cash-only. It is important to remember that a defendant does not have an automatic right to a 10 percent cash-only bond. A 10 percent cash-only bond would allow a defendant to post $5,000.00 (10 percent) on a $50,000.00 bond. In many violent crime cases such as robbery, sex crimes, homicide, and assault or serious felony cases, courts and judges are increasingly requiring a defendant to post the full cash-only amount of the bond to secure his or her release.

The criminal defense lawyers of Henderson & Waterkotte, P.C. recognize the importance of securing our client’s release on a reasonable bond. Our attorneys understand that no one wants to be sitting in jail while waiting for his or her day in court. This is precisely why we aggressively pursue a bond reduction at the earliest opportunity in nearly all cases and do everything we can to secure our client’s release.

If you or a loved one is charged with a crime, it is vital that you immediately seek out an experienced St. Louis criminal defense attorney. We will immediately get to work for you. Call us today to schedule a free consultation and to understand how the law applies to your specific situation.