Video: Bond limits in Alabama set by law

It's often hard for murder victims' families to understand why the accused killer is back on the streets before their loved one is buried. Andrea Lindenberg takes a look at the way bond is set in Alabama.

By: Andrea Lindenberg, Reporting Lynne Jones, Producer Jamey Bryan, Photographer/Editor | Alabama's13.com
Published: July 09, 2009

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When someone is murdered, it's often hard for victims' families to understand why the accused killer is back on the streets before their loved one is buried.

Alabama law sets bail guidelines for murder at $15,000 to $75,000.

Attempted murder or assault are considered Class C Felonies with a recommended bond between $2,500 to $15,000.

An inmate only has to put up 10% of his hond to get out of jail.

So is the price of freedom too low for the accused?

Andrea Lindenberg looks at the way bond is set in Alabama.