Legal Question in Criminal Law in Texas
Can a defendant provide collateral for own bail?
A family member has been arrested for probation violation and failure to appear in court. His bail is to be set at a minimum of 25,000. I am not comfortable cosigning for a bail bond and don't own anything for collateral. The family member in jail owns property. Can the defendant's property be used as collateral for the defendant's bail bond?
Thank you for your help.
Asked on 4/03/06, 2:59 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
TC Langford
Langford Law Office
Re: Can a defendant provide collateral for own bail?
Yes -- the bonding company can prepare the paperwork. If not, then discuss with his attorney. His attorney may also be able to get the bond reduced.
Answered on 4/03/06, 7:20 am
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