Are there different issues regarding bail for children as opposed to adults?
M.G.L.c.276 58 applies to juveniles — a presumption of personal recognizance exists. Since you are dealing with children, courts often look at different factors. The court may be concerned about how your client is doing in school and at home, such as whether they comply with curfew and home rules. You should be prepared to answer these questions at arraignment. The judge may release your client under pre-trial conditions pursuant to M.G.L.c.276 87. See Jake J. v. Commonwealth, 433 Mass. 70 (2000).
