After an arrest, a defendant must go through a bail hearing or arraignment, where a judge decides whether to grant bail and how much it will be. This typically happens within 24 to 48 hours of the arrest, depending on the jurisdiction and whether the arrest occurred on a weekend or holiday, which can cause delays.

There are circumstances where a defendant may be held in jail without bail or experience delays in the bail process:

• Serious Criminal Charges – If the charges involve violent crimes, repeat offenses, or serious felonies, the judge may deny bail or take additional time to decide.
• Flight Risk – If the defendant has a history of failing to appear in court, the judge may hold them longer or deny bail altogether.
• Probation or Parole Violations – If a defendant was arrested while on probation or parole, they may be held until a hearing determines their status.
• Outstanding Warrants – If there are active warrants in another jurisdiction, the defendant may be held longer before bail is considered.

If bail is not set within 48 hours, a defendant has the right to request a habeas corpus hearing, which forces the court to review whether continued detention is legal.

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