Who Decides How Much Bail a Person Must Pay?
UPDATED 12/18/20 While the amount of bail required in a particular case is ultimately decided by the judge, it depends on a number of factors. This includes the severity of the crime, the likelihood of the defendant fleeing, and the likelihood of them committing more crimes. And once the judge determines what the bail will be, the decision of how to get jail bail money arises. If you need help paying bail to get out of jail or posting bail…