A bail hearing is the process by which an accused person is released on bail pending his / her trial. Also see Judicial Interim Release, guardianship, and support.

A hearing to determine (1) whether an incarcerated defendant or convicted offender will be released from custody and (2) what amount (if any) he/she must pay as a bond to assure his/her presence at future proceedings (e.g., trial). At bail hearings, the judge may also impose specific conditions of bail, for example, no contact with the victim or wi [..]