Bail Hearing
/ˈbeɪl ˈhɪərɪŋ/
Definitions
- (n.) A court proceeding where a judge determines whether to grant bail to a defendant and under what conditions.
The defendant attended a bail hearing to request release pending trial.
Forms
- bail hearings
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Commentary
Bail hearings focus on the defendant's risk of flight and public safety; clear articulation of the factors considered aids consistent judicial decisions.
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