My husband was just arrested? Should I bail him out or hire an attorney first?

It is never a good idea to post bail for someone without speaking to an attorney first. In some cases a lawyer will be able to have the bail reduced before the first court date. Retaining a criminal defense law firm can also entitle you to reduced bail bond fees. This is called “attorney referred bond”. In some cases it is not a good idea to bail a loved one out until after the arraignment. An experienced attorney may be able to convince the judge at the first court hearing to lower the bail or to release your family member or friend without bail (called release on their own recognizance). This can save your family, in many cases, thousands of dollars.

The best thing to do is to make an informed decision after speaking to a law firm that has helped thousands of people when they find out their loved one has been arrested, like Wallin and Klarich.