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Failure to answer bail
Law info, by VIC criminal lawyers.
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Law info, by VIC criminal lawyers.
Law info, by VIC criminal lawyers.
Indemnifying surety
Law info, by VIC criminal lawyers.
First Offence Bail Charges
First Offence Bail Charges
If you find yourself facing a bail charge and this is your first offence, the laws relating to your case may be different. As Melbourne lawyers with extensive experience in a number of fields, including bail law, we can advise you of the best way to handle your specific matter and any way in which the laws may differ for your first offence.
For an extensive explanation of the bail process, view the Interactive Court Tour.
Main issues in failure to answer bail cases are;
- Why? Often, failure to answer bail is due to a simple error or breakdown in communication. You may have gotten the day wrong, or you may have answered your bail and the Court has made a mistake.
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Doogue O'Brien have a great deal of experience in these matters and can contact the informant and see if we can arrange for you to be re-bailed. Please contact us immediately by calling 03 9670 5111 or book an appointment to meet with one of our lawyers.



