A bail bondsman posts your full bond for a non-refundable fee, usually around 10 percent of the bail amount. The bondsman is then responsible to the court [...]
If you cannot post the bail that is set, you are held at the Adult Correctional Institutions in Cranston until the case resolves or a bail review [...]
Rhode Island law requires a bail decision, usually at arraignment, within 48 hours of arrest. Weekends and holidays can push the hearing to the next court session, [...]
Having a lawyer at a Rhode Island bail hearing can strongly affect whether you go home or stay in custody. The hearing often happens within a day [...]
Yes. Bail can be reduced in Rhode Island. If the amount first set is more than you can pay, your attorney can file a motion to reduce [...]
Violating bail conditions in Rhode Island can cost you your release and add to your legal problems. If you miss a court date, contact someone you were [...]
