juvenile bail bonds

A juvenile crime is a slightly different animal from an adult crime. A juvenile crime is defined as a crime committed by a person or persons under the age of 18 years. In state and federal court systems, juvenile offenders are typically not punished as harshly as adults. This is because 18 is the legal age of adulthood in the United States and where an adult would be viewed as wholly responsible for their choices in our legal system, a juvenile will be viewed a little differently. The courts will recognize that juveniles can sometimes be a victim as well as an offender. This is why juvenile offenders are punished by a judge instead of a jury and the outcome of their trial is sealed, and cannot be accessed by the public. 

How Is Bond Determined?

Juvenile bail bonds are similar to adult bail bonds in that the circumstances of the crime and the background of the individual can and will determine the bond that is set. 

While juveniles are often granted release under their own recognizance or placed under community supervision, there are cases where bail may be denied. If the court determines that the juvenile poses a risk to public safety, has a history of repeated offenses, or is likely to flee before trial, they may be held in detention. In Connecticut, these decisions are typically made during a juvenile detention hearing, where a judge assesses the circumstances and determines whether the minor should be released or remain in custody. Working with an experienced bail bondsman can help families navigate this process and explore all possible options for release.

A few questions that you may be wondering when it comes to the bail bonds process can be answered below. If you still have questions, take a look at our FAQ page, or contact our office to discuss your questions and/or concerns more today!

How do we decide who to work with?

According to the laws, if someone is accused of a crime, they are innocent until proven guilty. The burden of proof lies with the accuser. Mike’s Bail Bonds operates under this assumption with all of our clients. As far as we are concerned, you are innocent until proven guilty.

What information should I have available when contacting a bail bondsman?

The person’s name, their date of birth, and what jail they are being held at.

What happens after bail is posted?

The defendant will be released on bail, and they will be able to go home, go to work or start searching for an attorney who will represent them. The accused will still be expected to show up for court on their trial. Additional rules and restrictions may be imposed on someone, like forbidding out of state travel.

How much is bail for juveniles in CT?

In Connecticut, juvenile bail settings differ notably from adults, focusing more on rehabilitation and less on detention. Courts often release juveniles on their own recognizance or under community supervision, particularly for less severe offenses, instead of setting traditional cash bail. For serious offenses, juveniles may be detained, but this decision is usually made through a juvenile detention hearing rather than through standard bail processes.

Call Us Today

We understand that your main priority is making sure that your friend or loved one is in a safe and comfortable setting. Posting bail can be immensely helpful and gives the accused the time and space they need to prepare their defense. At Mike’s Bail Bonds, we make sure that the bail bonds process is as simple as possible for all of our clients. Contact us today to learn more about our services.

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