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Onah Attorneys Inc • Johannesburg
Bail Application Attorneys – Get Out of Custody, Fast
The first 48 hours after an arrest decide everything. Our bail attorneys act immediately — at the police station, at the first appearance, and in formal bail applications for serious Schedule 5 and 6 offences. We know the practical requirements of the Johannesburg, Randburg and Alexandra courts and we fight to get you or your loved one released on the least restrictive conditions possible.
Call 011 042 8039Free Case AssessmentWhen you need bail application attorneys
A family member arrested and held at a police station
Police bail or prosecutor bail for minor offences before court
First appearance bail in the Magistrates’ Court
Formal bail applications for Schedule 5 offences (armed robbery, fraud over thresholds)
Schedule 6 bail applications requiring exceptional circumstances
Bail pending appeal after conviction
Bail variation — reporting conditions, travel, passport release
Bail appeals to the High Court after refusal
How we handle your matter
Immediate intervention
We establish where the accused is held, ensure lawful treatment, and assess whether police or prosecutor bail is available tonight — before court.
Bail strategy
We classify the offence schedule, gather proof of fixed address, employment and community ties, and prepare the affidavit or oral evidence.
The application
We argue the bail application, addressing flight risk, interference with witnesses and the interests of justice under Section 60 of the CPA.
Conditions negotiation
Where needed we propose conditions — reporting, travel restrictions, monetary amount — that make release workable for the court.
Appeal or variation
If bail is refused we appeal to the High Court; if conditions strangle your work or family life, we apply to vary them.
Fees — transparent, agreed upfront
Bail work is quoted as a fixed fee per stage — police-station attendance, first appearance, formal application — told to you upfront in writing. After-hours emergencies carry a disclosed call-out component.
Key legislation:
- Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977 (Section 60)
- Constitution, Section 35
Frequently asked questions
How fast can someone be released on bail?
For minor offences, police bail can secure release within hours of arrest — before any court appearance. Otherwise the accused must be brought to court within 48 hours, where we move for bail at first appearance.
What is the difference between Schedule 5 and Schedule 6 bail?
For Schedule 5 offences the accused must show that release is in the interests of justice. For Schedule 6 (murder, rape, robbery with aggravating circumstances) the bar is higher — exceptional circumstances must be proved.
How much does bail cost?
The bail amount is set by the court based on the offence and the accused’s means — it is a deposit, refunded at the end of the trial if the accused attends. Legal fees are separate and quoted upfront.
Can bail be granted for murder or armed robbery?
Yes — even Schedule 6 offences allow bail where exceptional circumstances exist. Preparation quality decides these applications.
What happens if bail is refused?
We can appeal the refusal to the High Court, or bring a fresh application on new facts — for example a changed address, new evidence or weakened State case.
Does getting bail affect the trial?
No. Bail is not a finding of guilt or innocence — it only decides where you wait for trial. But the bail record matters, so nothing careless must be said in it.
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