When a person has been arrested in Arlington TX, they are read their standard rights. However, beyond the initial Miranda Rights, it’s rare for a person to know their rights after they’ve been officially charged with the crime and will officially face a judge (and potential jury).
Here’s some insight into a person’s official rights as a defendant and why someone charged with a crime should always apply for an Arlington bail bond if given the chance.
You Have the Right to Legal Representation
Remember, legal representation is a constitutional right because everyone in the eyes of the law is considered innocent until proven guilty.
If a defendant is charged with a crime, they have the right to access suitable representation. Even if a person can’t afford a private criminal defense attorney, the courts will grant a public defender that provides suitable representation.
You Have the Right to a Public Trial
If a person is concerned with the integrity of the fairness of their trial process, they have the right to request a public trial for their case.
An open trial makes the situation as fair as possible (which is a person’s right), and anyone from the press to family and friends can attend the trial.
You Can Confront Witnesses That Testify Against You
Anyone who testifies against a defendant in a case is eligible for cross-examination upon the defendant’s request. Remember, regardless of the circumstances of a trial, a person has the right to have their lawyer ask questions of a witness that helps ensure their best defense in the trial.
You Have the Right to Conduct an Investigation
As a person under scrutinization by the prosecution, you can bet that every action you’ve taken involving your charges is under intense investigation. Fortunately, you always have the right to present a defense in your case and can also have your criminal defense attorney conduct their own equally thorough investigation.
If the charges are serious enough you’ll want to prove your innocence as effectively as possible. So, after you’ve posted bail, make sure that your lawyer is one that is willing to conduct a deep investigation that helps you prove your innocence.
Reasonable Bail Costs
You have the right to reasonable bail. Every court knows this is part of the eighth amendment and tries to set bail amounts that aren’t excessive for the charges involved. When determining reasonable bail costs, judges make the decision based on the following factors:
- The bail schedule for the local courts
- The nature/severity of the crime
- The defendant’s past criminal history
- The defendant’s status in the community (Are they a threat to the public? Well respected? etc.)
- Past court appearances, and more.
If bail is granted and the defendant believes it to be excessive, they have the right to meet with their lawyer and attempt to appeal the bail amount.
Take Advantage of Your Rights Today, With Big Bubba’s Bail Bonds
If you or a loved one were arrested in Arlington and are facing jail time, getting a bail bond is your best chance at setting yourself up for a successful court appearance. A bail bond from Big Bubba’s Bail Bonds can help give a defendant the temporary freedoms to meet more openly with their lawyers, get their affairs in order, and generally prepare themselves for presentation in front of a judge.
We are open 24/7 and can afford to pay any bail amount. Reach out to us today to start the bail bond application process.
