Alabama Bail Bond Attorneys

When facing arrest in Alabama, securing release quickly requires experienced legal guidance. Our Birmingham bail bond attorneys understand the complexities of Alabama’s bond system and work tirelessly to advocate for your freedom. We focus on achieving the most favorable conditions possible while preparing a strategic defense for your case.​

Understanding Alabama Bond Rules

When you or a loved one is arrested, every minute in custody matters. Understanding Alabama’s bond system can be the difference between early release and extended detention. At JB Brown Criminal Trial Practice, our experienced bail bonds lawyers work quickly to help secure your release and fight for fair bond conditions. ​

Why Legal Representation is Critical in Bond Hearings 

The decisions made immediately after an arrest can impact your freedom, financial situation, and the outcome of your case. Our legal team has extensive experience securing lower bond amounts, more favorable release conditions, and alternative release options for our clients. ​

Alabama Bond Rules: What You Need to Know 

​Bond Schedule Under Rule 7.2 ​

Alabama’s Rule 7.2 of the Alabama Rules of Criminal Procedure establishes standard bond amounts, but with strong legal advocacy, courts can modify these amounts based on specific circumstances. 

Felonies ​

• Capital Murder: $50,000 – No bond 
• Murder: $15,000 – No bond by court order (Aniah’s Law) 
• Certain Offenses Under Ala. Code § 15-13-3(b)(1): $10,000 – No bond (Aniah’s Law) 
• Drug Manufacturing & Trafficking: $5,000 – $1,500,000 
• Class A Felony: $10,000 – $60,000 
• Class B Felony: $5,000 – $30,000 
• Class C Felony: $2,500 – $15,000 
• Class D Felony: $1,000 – $10,000 ​

Misdemeanors 

• Class A Misdemeanor: $300 – $6,000 
• Class B Misdemeanor: $200 – $3,000 
• Class C Misdemeanor: $300 – $1,000 
• Violations & Municipal Ordinance Violations: $300 – $1,000 

Traffic Violations 

• DUI: $1,000 – $7,500 
• Reckless Driving: $300 – $1,000 
• Speeding & Other Traffic Offenses: $300 – $1,000 

Why Bond Amounts Are Not Set in Stone 

Many people assume the above amounts are fixed, but that’s not the case. Judges consider various factors when setting bond, and with skilled legal representation, you may qualify for: 

• Reduced bond amounts 
• Favorable release conditions 
• Alternative release options (e.g., property bond, personal recognizance) 

Alabama law requires judges to impose the least restrictive conditions necessary to ensure the accused appears in court and does not pose a public safety risk. ​

Factors That Can Work in Your Favor 

When advocating for lower bond amounts, our legal team highlights key factors such as: 

• Strong community ties and family relationships 
• Steady employment history 
• Minimal or no prior criminal record 
• Financial circumstances affecting ability to pay 
• Personal character references 
• Lack of sufficient evidence supporting the charges