Q: In Texas if I am in jail for unlawful restraint can I get a bond
Yes I also got arrested for trespassing
A: You are entitled to a bond for virtually any criminal offense you are charged with. Contact a local attorney for assistance.
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You should be entitled to bail for an unlawful restraint charge with some exceptions, including it being charged as a felony and: (1) it's committed while on bail for another felony (which has been indicted);
(2) you had two prior felony convictions, second conviction being subsequent to the first (both in time of the offense as well as conviction); (3) you used a deadly weapon and have a prior felony conviction. These and other situations in which you would not be entitled to bail, and those can be found in Article I of the Texas Constitution, Sec. 11 and 11a-c.
If there are issues with bail being set, conditions of bail, or the amount set for bail, it is wise to consult a local defense attorney who might be able to help in getting a reasonable bail amount set (including in cases where granting bail is discretionary).
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