Legal Question in Criminal Law in Minnesota

My name is James Zumbrunnen. My ex girlfriend is in jail on a violation of a restraining order, again. There is no bail set at this time. What does it mean for having no bail set? Could the judge at a later time decide to set bail or leave it at no bail so she stays locked up?


Asked on 9/08/15, 3:06 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Thomas C. Gallagher Gallagher Criminal Defense

You don't need to post your name or identifying info on a public web Q & A site.

Normally bail is set at a bail hearing (pretrial release hearing) in a courtroom, within a day or two of being booked into jail on a new charge. In the case of an alleged violation of probation, the person is more likely to be held longer without bail or other conditional release. It may be best to discuss specifics on the phone with a criminal lawyer, since the answer may depend upon the situation.

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Answered on 9/08/15, 10:08 pm
Rory Durkin Giancola-Durkin Criminal Defense

Call us to discuss your situation. A judge will set bail in different ways in most cases. To discuss the options, call 763 421 1441.

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Answered on 9/09/15, 5:25 am


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