Greensboro trial lawyer Chad Garrett spends much of his day discussing bonds and pre-trial release with his clients and their family members. To clarify the different bonds a Greensboro criminal charge may carry, here is part one of a legal chart to assist you.
Domestic Violence
- Pre-trial Release May Only Be Set by a Judge Within the First 48 Hours
- After 48 Hours, a Magistrate Judge Must Set Conditions
Child Victim Offenses
- Additional Restrictions May Be Imposed
Firearm Offenses
- Rebuttable Presumption Against Release, Felony or A1 Misdemeanor, if
- On Pre-Trial Release for Firearm Offense
- Previously Convicted of Firearm Offense within Previous Five Years
- Only a Judge May Set Conditions of Release
- Authorized to Set “No Bond”
Failure to Appear
- Minimum Same Conditions as Previously Recommended in Any Other OFA
- If No Previous Conditions Set, Bond Should Be Doubled, or Set at $1000 Minimum
New Charges While Out on Pre-Trial Release
- Secured Bond at Least Double the Amount of the Most Recent Previous Secured or Unsecured Bond
- If No Previous Bond, $1000 Minimum
- Continuing Legal Education Instructor of the Year, North Carolina Bar Association
- Former President, Greensboro Criminal Defense Lawyers Association
- Board Member, Criminal Justice Section, North Carolina Bar Association
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Garrett, Walker, Aycoth & Olson, Attorneys at Law
317 South Greene St, Greensboro, NC 27401
(336) 379-0539
This article explains North Carolina law in general terms. It is not legal advice about your case, and laws, penalties and court procedures change. Contact an attorney about your specific situation.