Criminal defendants have rights protected by the U.S. Constitution. Among these rights is the right to know the charges laid against them. When someone is arrested for a crime, he or she is processed at booking. Next, the defendant goes to court for magistration. During magistration, the defendant’s bond is set. Unfortunately, the time period between an arrest and the meeting with the magistrate judge can take up to several days.

An attorney writ bond allows a defendant to bypass the process of meeting with a magistrate. This can expedite the process of getting the defendant out of police custody. Only licensed attorneys may obtain an attorney writ bond.

A Writ Bond Gets the Defendant Out of Jail Sooner

Most individuals accused of crimes have jobs, children, or other responsibilities. They do not have time to spend time in police custody waiting to see a magistrate. One of the greatest benefits of an attorney writ bond is that it gets the accused individual out of jail sooner. For example, if someone is arrested on a Friday night, he or she may not see a judge until Monday morning. An attorney writ bond can speed this process up so that the defendant does not have to wait. With an attorney writ bond, a defendant may only have to wait a couple of hours instead of a couple of days.

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Whether due to alleged drunk driving, drug possession, assault, or another criminal offense, being arrested is a shocking experience to go through. Many people who are arrested and charged with a crime have jobs, children, and other important responsibilities. They cannot afford to sit in jail and wait to see a judge.

If you or a loved one were placed under arrest and taken into custody, you should know how an attorney writ bond may be able to help.

Understanding Attorney Writ Bonds

Usually, someone who is arrested must wait in custody to see a judge before they are released from jail. However, if someone is arrested late Friday night, for example, they may not see a judge until Monday at the earliest. Understandably, people who have been arrested usually want to leave jail as soon as possible. They cannot put their lives on hold while they wait for a judge to become available. Attorney writ bonds are a special type of cash bond that can get a person out of jail soon after an arrest.

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After an arrest, defendants must typically put up some type of bail bond before they can be released from jail. The amount of bail set is proportionate to both the crime alleged and the defendant’s personal flight risk. Bail is used as a way of ensuring that a defendant will show up for his court appearances if he is allowed to leave the jail and go free until sentencing.

Unfortunately, for some, posting bond can be difficult. Yet, when you or your loved one is stuck in jail, nothing seems more important. There are a handful of ways to pay bond in Texas. In some cases, an attorney writ bond can be used to get out of jail faster. If you or your loved one has been arrested and is in jail, you should contact an attorney as soon as possible.

What Ways Can I Pay Bail in Texas?

Once you have seen a judge and your bond has been set, there are several options for paying it and being released from jail. However, if you do not want to remain in jail until you can see a judge, an attorney writ bond is likely your best - and only - option to get released. In Texas, the main ways to post bail include:

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If you get arrested over the weekend, an attorney writ bond may be the only way to get you out of jail before Monday morning when you could see a judge. People charged with most misdemeanors are eligible to be released from jail on an attorney writ bond before seeing a judge. There are, however, exceptions. If you are trying to find a way to get yourself or a loved one out of jail on an evening or weekend, the Law Offices of Biederman & Burleson may be able to help. After being arrested for any charge, it is important to get in contact with a qualified attorney as soon as you can, even if that means calling from jail.

Who Is Eligible for an Attorney Writ Bond in Texas?

Most misdemeanor arrestees are eligible to get out of a Texas jail before seeing a judge if a qualified attorney is willing to sign a writ bond. You may be eligible for a writ bond if you were arrested for:

• First or second DWI
• Marijuana possession
• Misdemeanor possession of controlled substances
• Certain simple assaults
• Misdemeanor theft and shoplifting

Who Is Not Eligible for an Attorney Writ Bond in Texas?

Certain crimes are considered serious enough that people arrested for them are not able to leave jail without seeing a judge. You are not eligible to be released on an attorney writ bond if you were arrested for:

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People in Texas who have been arrested, taken to jail, and charged with a crime are usually required to see a judge to set a bond before they can get out of jail. If someone is arrested over a weekend, or if a judge is not immediately available, he or she may have to wait in jail for several days. This is not ideal for many reasons. People have jobs, families, and lives they have to maintain, and none of those things are manageable from inside a jail.

Fortunately, there may be another option. In this article, we will discuss what an “attorney writ bond” is and what it can do. If you are seeking an attorney writ bond for someone you love who is currently in jail, or if you are potentially facing arrest and want to know more about your options, contact a Texas criminal defense attorney right away.

What Is an Attorney Writ Bond?

Attorney writ bonds are arrangements between a licensed, qualified Texas attorney and the local sheriff’s department that allow people to leave jail without having to wait to see a judge.

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