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Q: Scram monitor forced when crime did not involve alcohol related stuff nor have I ever had any crime when alcohol involve
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answered on Apr 17, 2024

Sometimes, the Judges don't understand and order things we don't feel are required of our clients.

I would normally just tell my client, especially if they don't drink or do drugs, to leave it on because it will generate a good report to the judge when they go back. I also...
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Q: if i post bail today? and my court is one day away is it worth it? will they take me back into cutody the day of court?

got arrested today sunday. my court is on tuesday. should i post bail

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answered on Apr 16, 2024

Hello, so that is always a tricky question. If you were to bail out before court, you could risk the court raising your bail and taking you back into custody.

If you can hold out until Tuesday, it would be a safer choice and give your attorney, whether a public defender or a private...
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