Judge grants bond to former Cullman County attorney

Bond granted

A judge granted bond to a former Cullman County attorney accused of poisoning the attorney’s husband.

Bond is a court decision addressing whether a person accused of a crime may remain out of custody while the case moves through the court system. The ruling does not determine whether the accusation is proven.

What the ruling means

The bond decision concerns the former attorney’s custody status before trial or another resolution of the case. The accusation remains an allegation unless it is established in court.

The case involves a former Cullman County attorney and the attorney’s husband. No finding of guilt has been made in the information reported here.

Next steps

The case will continue through the court process. Future proceedings could address the accusation and any requirements connected to the bond.

The terms of the bond and the schedule for later court proceedings are matters to follow as the case continues.