Austin Jail Release Lawyer
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a defendant fails to appear in court?
Several things may occur. First, if the defendant paid bail to be released from jail, the bond payment will be forfeited to the court. Second, the defendant will be found guilty of failure to appear, and be arrested on authority of a bench warrant, fined, or charged with a misdemeanor.
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