In the federal system, pretrial release is governed by the Bail Reform Act, and there is no cash bail bondsman system. Instead, a person is either released on conditions—often secured by property or co-signers—or detained pending trial if the court finds they pose a flight risk or a danger to the community. Even if bail is initially denied, an experienced criminal defense attorney may still be able to secure release by presenting a comprehensive bail package and making a strong argument in court. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation.

Yes. Because the burden of proof is lower in civil court, you can be found liable for damages (money) even if you were found not guilty of the crime (e.g., the O.J. Simpson case).