OCEAN COUNTY BAIL AND REDUCTION DEFENSE ATTORNEYS
At The Law Offices of John F. Marshall, we understand that each and every person has the right to bail before the conviction of a criminal offense, so as to ensure his or her presence in court. If you have been charged with an offense and believe your bail has been set too high, our attorneys will work to have your bail reduced to a level that you can afford. We want you to get out of jail, and will take immediate action to protect your rights at this time. With over 60 years of combined experience and a team with two former prosecutors, our lawyers have a full understanding of the bail reduction process in the state of New Jersey. Additionally, if you are seeking a reduction of bail in Ocean County, New Jersey, our criminal defense team is the best choice for representation. Attorney Thomas V. Campo served as the former prosecutor in more than 20 municipalities in Ocean County, including towns such as Barnegat, Long Beach, Beach Haven and Point Pleasant. Our attorneys would be happy to speak with you about your legal options in this matter. Just call 1-877-450-8301 for a free initial consultation.
Bail Practices in the State of New Jersey
When a judge sets bail for the defendant, there are many different factors that must be considered:
(1) the seriousness of the crime, the likelihood of conviction, the extent of punishment prescribed in the statute;
(2) the defendant’s criminal record and previous record on bail, if any;
(3) the defendant’s reputation and mental condition;
(4) length of the defendant’s residence in the community;
(5) the defendant’s family ties and relationships;
(6) the defendant’s employment status, record of employment, and financial condition;
(7) the identity of responsible members of the community who would vouch for defendant’s reliability;
(8) any other factors demonstrating the defendant’s lifestyle, ties to the community, or risk of failure to appear
A judge is able to release a defendant for any other reasons he may deem permissible. This type of release is a discretionary decision made by the judge, which allows a defendant to avoid paying bail. A judge is also able to impose additional conditions on a defendant’s release according to his or her discretion. Some crimes have restrictions for the amount of bail that can be set, including Murder, Manslaughter, Kidnapping, Sexual Assault, Robbery, Carjacking, Arson and Related Offenses.
If you or a loved one is currently in jail, The Law Offices of John F. Marshall can help release you from imprisonment in the shortest time span possible. Our attorneys can assist you in exploring alternative options to using a bail bond agent, who will ultimately receive a percentage of your money paid. We want to protect your best interests in the matter, and will dedicate ourselves to your defense. If you would like to discuss your case with one of our attorneys, please call our office for a free initial consultation. Call today to get over 60 years of combined experience on your side!
