Bail release question... - Democratic Underground

Earth_First

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:06 PM
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Bail release question...

I was arrested in October as part of Occupy. I posted bail prior to arraignment.
At pre-counsel trial I requested bail release, which was granted.

Can I reclaim my own bail, or does my significant other who posted bail for me have to reclaim it?

Trying to plan our morning out tomorrow, thanks!

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Jumping John

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:09 PM
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1. In most cases that I am familiar with, the person charged is the only person able to reclaim the

bail. But your spouse can reclaim it with a power of attorney.

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midnight

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:09 PM
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2. K&R For the legal folks to see and help inform you correctly...

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shraby

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:12 PM
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3. Call tomorrow morning and ask the power that bees.

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Earth_First

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:14 PM
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5. Unfortunately we will have to be on the road to arrange our shared vehicle before they open... n/t

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rug

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:14 PM
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4. They set bail on you? Generally trespass is no more than an appearance ticket.

In New York the bail goes to the person who posted it. Whatever the outcome, at the end of the case make sure the judge orders that the bail is exonerated. Then it can be picked up with a bail receipt.

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Earth_First

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:17 PM
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6. They did, and yes, we know...

Edited on Sun Nov-20-11 08:18 PM by Earth_First

We had an outpouring of attorneys step forward after they arrested us for this.

They actually charged us with two municipal parks violations, one tresspass and one loitering after dark.

Completely trumped up.

Thanks for helping answer this, it helps arrange our morning better!

:hi:

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beac

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Sun Nov-20-11 08:23 PM
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7. No legal advice, just a big thank you for representing us 99%ers who can't be there in person.

:applause:

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