Released Pending Investigation & Bail
Knowledgeable Criminal Defense Lawyer in Honolulu
After an arrest, you may be released pending investigation or bail. For either type of release, a delay in taking the appropriate legal action could seriously damage your case. Our Honolulu criminal defense lawyer, Victor Bakke, has handled a wide variety of legal cases over the course of 20 years. Attorney Bakke has the knowledge and experience needed to offer optimal legal advice for your situation.
What is a release pending investigation?
In felony cases, the police are allowed to arrest a person and hold them in custody for a maximum of 48 hours without bail. At the end of the 48 hours, the police have to decide whether or not to let the person go or to continue to hold them. If they decide to release the person, they are free to go without charges and without having to post bail. This is known as being released pending investigation, or "RPI."
An RPI does not mean that your case is closed. Rather, it indicates that the police need more time to investigate your charges. In most felony cases, the government has between 3 to 6 years starting from the date of the crime to file charges. In sexual assault cases involving victims under the age of 18, the government has between 3 to 6 years starting from the time the victim turns 18. There is no time limit to file criminal charges in murder cases.
How a Release Pending Bail Works
If the police decide to hold the person, the prosecutor will immediately file charges against them and a judge will set the bail amount. Once bail is set, a person can be released from custody as soon as they post the bail.
If they are unable to post bail, they will be taken to court the next available morning and the judge will set a preliminary hearing date within 3 days.
Contact our firm, the Law Office of Victor Bakke, ALC, to discuss your case with our qualified legal team today.
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Over 25 Years of Experience
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At Law Office of Victor Bakke, ALC, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"it was a huge relief to be not guilty and I owe it to Victor Bakke, because he believed me and he personally took care of my case and got me off free."I didn't mean to get in trouble. It just kinda happened, really. I mean, I really was just minding my business when next thing you know it, I'm getting arrested and sitting at HPD Beretania thinking, what's gonna happen next? Fast forward, my brother bails- Joie Y.
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"Thank you for taking such good care of me and my friends"Dear Victor, thank you for taking such good care of me and my friends in need of your services. Wishing you the BEST! Much aloha!- E.L.
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"He saved the rest of my life in Hawaii."I hired him after I was released from jail. I was depressed and hopeless about the charges against me. Because I am an international here, and felt a language boundary, it was very difficult to choose an attorney for me and my situation too. Winning the case was my first priority but trusting my attorney was also important. Mr. Bakke and his office staffs listened to me and helped me all the time. He always thought about my life after the case was finished. Finally my case was dismissed permanently. He saved my life. He and his office staffs tried their best for me. I really appreciate everything he did for me.- Rika.S
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"Excellent results, both times!"Yes, Victor helped me TWICE. The first time I called Victor for help was back in 2013 when he helped me get my teenage daughter out of trouble. Not only did he do that, but his strong presence balanced with his natural charm helped prevent my kid from bein- JoAnn
Don’t hesitate to contact us!
If you are released pending investigation or bail, call the Law Office of Victor Bakke, ALC immediately. As soon as we receive your call, Mr. Bakke will personally meet with the arrested person, advise them of their rights, and begin fighting the case.
Our Honolulu criminal defense lawyer will also meet with the Detective in charge of the case and work to secure your early release or negotiate an affordable bail amount. If needed, we will work with our bail bondsman to ensure a quick release.
Mr. Bakke and his bail bondsman are available 24/7. Contact us today for immediate legal assistance in your case.
