Form CRIM205 Request to Increase Bail (Pc 1269c / 1270.1) and / or Restrict Source of Bail (Pc 1275.1) - County of Los Angeles, California

What Is Form CRIM205?

This is a legal form that was released by the Superior Court - County of Los Angeles, California - a government authority operating within California. The form may be used strictly within County of Los Angeles. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is a Form CRIM205?
A: Form CRIM205 is a request to increase bail and/or restrict the source of bail.

Q: What is Pc 1269c/1270.1?
A: Pc 1269c/1270.1 refers to the California Penal Code sections that pertain to bail increase.

Q: What is Pc 1275.1?
A: Pc 1275.1 is a California Penal Code section that deals with restricting the source of bail.

Q: What is the purpose of increasing bail?
A: Increasing bail is done to secure the defendant's appearance in court and to provide assurance of their compliance with the legal process.

Q: Why would someone want to restrict the source of bail?
A: Restricting the source of bail may be necessary if there are concerns about the legitimacy of the funds being used for bail.

Q: Who can request an increase in bail or a source restriction?
A: Typically, it is the prosecutor or the defendant's attorney who might request an increase in bail or a source restriction.

Q: What are the requirements for increasing bail?
A: The decision to increase bail is based on factors such as the seriousness of the offense, the defendant's criminal history, and the risk of flight.

Q: Can anyone provide bail?
A: Not anyone can provide bail. The source of bail must be legitimate and comply with the regulations.

Q: Is Form CRIM205 specific to Los Angeles County?
A: Yes, Form CRIM205 is specific to the County of Los Angeles, California.