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The McDonnell Law Firm, PLLC | Patrick J. McDonnell
Bail amount, if any, is set by the judge to guarantee the appearance of the defendant at any future court dates. If the judge believes, in reviewing the facts of any particular case, that the defendant may not return to court, he may set bail at a reasonable amount to insure that it will give the defendant the incentive to appear or lose the posted bail.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/27/2012
Edward D. Dowling IV Attorney at Law | Edward D. Dowling IV
I would have to check but I believe the judge has a wide range in his discretion depending upon all the facts and circumstances of the case and the defendant's situation ( family, work, community ties etc ).
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/25/2012
Law Offices of John Carney | John Carney
The judge can set any amount of bail that he determines sufficient to assure the appearance of the defendant. The bail can be reviewed by a County or Supreme Court judge. There is no statutory limitation on bail.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/25/2012
Lutwin & Lutwin, LLP | Joel M. Lutwin
There is no limit to the amount as long as it is reasonable .
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/24/2012
Law Office of Richard Southard | Richard C Southard
Bail is within the discretion of the judge so it's really up to the judge.
Answer Applies to: New York
Replied: 1/24/2012
