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Who Decides How Much Bail I Have to Pay?

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Who Decides How Much Bail I Have to Pay?

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Judges are responsible for setting bail. Because many people want to get out of jail immediately and, depending on when you are arrested, it can take up to five days to see a judge, most jails have standard bail schedules which specify bail amounts for common crimes. You can get out of jail quickly by paying the amount set forth in the bail schedule.

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A. In many instances, the magistrate will often determine whether to grant bail. If the magistrate denies bail, you will have to wait until you are arraigned by the judge, which can take several days. At the arraignment, the judge may decide whether to grant you bail or not.