domestic violence bail bonds

How Much is Bail for Domestic Violence in CT?

In Connecticut, bail for domestic violence charges varies widely, influenced by the severity of the allegations, the defendant's criminal history, and concerns for the victim's safety. Bail can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars for misdemeanors, and significantly higher for felonies, potentially reaching tens of thousands of dollars. Judges may also impose no-bail holds in cases where releasing the defendant is deemed a direct threat to the victim or public safety.

Whenever a loved one is taken into custody, it can spur many questions. Take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions regarding domestic/family violence in the State of CT below.

What is considered to be domestic/family violence in the State of CT?

Connecticut law states that an event between members of a family/household that causes physical injury (or creates fear that physical injury will happen) is family or domestic violence. Family or household members do not need to be blood relatives, and can include people who are related, those who are or were married, those who live together, have a child together, or those who are currently or were recently in a relationship. 

What is the process for acquiring a domestic violence bail bond?

If you’re looking to secure a bail bond for a loved one who has been charged with domestic violence, you will need to provide some basic information to the bail bonds company. This will include the defendant’s name, place of incarceration, charges, and bail amount. Once we’ve completed the paperwork and you’ve signed the papers, such as the cosigner agreement and payment information, all of this will be submitted to the court. At that time, your loved one will be released to you to await their court date, potentially with certain protective orders in place. 

What happens if a protective order is violated while the defendant is out on bail?

A protective order is given by a judge with the aim of protecting a victim in a criminal case. Protective orders can require the accused to refrain from restraining, threatening, harassing, assaulting, molesting, or sexually assaulting the protected person. Protective orders can also require the defendant to stay out of the protected person's home, and may even include instructions against harming or threatening to hurt any animal owned by the protected person. If a protective order is violated in the State of Connecticut, it is considered a Class D Felony and can carry a prison sentence of up to 5 years, so it is important to fully understand what your protective order entails. The order will remain in effect until the case in question is completed or the order is dropped by the court.

What can we expect at a court date following family/domestic violence charges?

Prior to a court date following a domestic violence charge, the defendant can typically expect to be interviewed by a Family Relations Counselor. This counselor will make recommendations to the court on things like protective orders and referring the defendant to Family Services or other organizations that can provide support depending on the case.

Mike’s Bail Bonds is Here for You

We know that it can be difficult emotionally and financially to support a loved one who has been charged with a domestic violence crime. In a sea of confusion, the friendly team at Mike’s Bail Bonds is available to you 24/7 to help you through the bail bonds process. Contact us today and let us answer your questions and assist you with securing a bail bond for your loved one. 

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