Legal Question in Criminal Law in New Jersey

House for bail

We used our house as collateral for bail for a family member charged with a serious criminal offense. The case is taking longer than anyone expected. What are our options if we want to sell the house? Can we replace the collateral with cash or a lien on another property?


Asked on 10/14/07, 8:54 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Barry Kozyra Kozyra & Hartz, LLC

Re: House for bail

You need to do exactly as you propose. You may be able to accomplish it yourself by contacting the county clerk's office but if that poses a problem counsel can assist.

Give us a call if we can help.

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Answered on 10/14/07, 9:28 pm
Gary Moore Gary Moore Attorney At Law

Re: House for bail

You are smarter than you know. What you propose is exactly the solution. You need for the attorney to apply to the Court for the substitution of assets, possibly combined with an application to reduce the amount of the security provided.

Call me if you like.

Gary Moore, Esquire

Hackensack, New Jersey

www.garymooreattorneyatlaw.com

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Answered on 10/14/07, 12:46 pm


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