What type of event typically prompts a bail hearing?

A bail hearing is typically prompted by an arrest. When a person is taken into custody, law enforcement can hold them until they are brought before a judge, where a bail hearing will occur. The primary purpose of this hearing is to determine whether the arrested individual can be released from custody, usually by posting bail, while awaiting further legal proceedings. The judge considers various factors, such as the severity of the alleged crime, the individual's criminal history, and flight risk, to make a decision regarding bail.

In contrast, a conviction marks the conclusion of a criminal trial where the defendant is found guilty or not guilty, and appeal proceedings usually take place after this point if there are grounds for it. A trial setting does not directly prompt a bail hearing since it occurs after the initial arrest and often concerns scheduling the actual trial rather than determining pre-trial release conditions.