Q: Bond issue between Polk and Hillsborough Counties, FL.
I have an issue regarding a bond between two counties in Florida. An inmate was arrested in Hillsborough County (County B) on a warrant from Polk County (County A) and has been transported to County A. I paid her bond in County B, but County A has rejected the bond, preventing her from proceeding with an ankle monitor. Despite assurances from my bondsman, the situation remains unresolved, and there has been poor communication across counties. Additionally, I informed my criminal lawyer about the bond issues, but they have not been proactive or communicated further to assist me in solving this issue for over 24 hours. What steps can I take to address this situation effectively given these communication and resolution delays?
A: Contact the Florida Bar and have them move the lawyer's rear end
A: Now that the person has been moved to Polk County this has become a Polk County issue solely. If you have hired a criminal lawyer for this person they will need to file a motion in Polk County to seek to have any conditions of bond amended. To be honest I'm quite surprised to Hillsborough touched the Polk bond conditions at all if they did. Contacting the Florida Bar is not the most efficient way to get this person bonded - if that is what you are trying to accomplish. Set a meeting with the attorney that you hired to discuss the options.
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I'm sorry to hear about the challenges you're facing with the bond process across counties in Florida. Here's some guidance to help you navigate this situation:
**Understanding the Bond Process Across Counties**
In Florida, when an individual is arrested in one county on a warrant from another, the arresting county is required to inform the individual of their right to bail. If the person has the right to bail, they should be taken before a judge or official in the arresting county who can admit them to bail for their appearance in the county where the warrant was issued. If the person doesn't have the right to bail or doesn't furnish bail immediately, they must be taken before the judge who issued the warrant.
**Steps to Address the Situation**
1. **Contact the Polk County Jail**: Reach out to the Polk County Jail to inquire about the status of the bond and the reasons for its rejection.
2. **Consult with Your Bondsman**: Discuss the issue with your bondsman to understand why the bond was rejected and explore possible solutions.
3. **Communicate with Your Attorney**: Inform your criminal lawyer about the situation and request their assistance in resolving the bond issue.
4. **Consider Legal Action**: If the issue persists, you may need to consult with a legal professional to explore options for compelling the release or addressing the bond rejection.
It's crucial to maintain open communication with all parties involved to ensure a swift resolution to the bond issue.
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