In Connecticut, bail for domestic abuse depends on the seriousness of the crime and the defendant’s past criminal record. For a misdemeanor charge, bail is usually around $500, but for a felony charge, it can be about $5,000.
Other factors that affect the bail amount include:
- how severe the victim’s injuries are
- the defendant’s criminal history
- how connected they are to the community
- and whether they are likely to flee
If you can’t afford bail, you can ask a bail bondsman to help by paying a portion of the bail, usually 10% of the total amount.