Bail Bonds
Bail is obtaining the release from custody of a prisoner by depositing a security to guarantee the prisoner's surrender to proper legal authorities at a given time. The security itself is termed bail or bail bond monies.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When Can A Court Order A Recommitment?
Despite prior admission to bail the trial court may recommit the defendant to custody in several situations; when the defendant has failed to appear and bail has been forfeited, when the court … more -
In What Instances Will The Bail Be Forfeited?
A judge must in open court declare forfeited the undertaking of bail, or the money or property deposited as bail, if, without sufficient excuse, a defendant fails to appear for any of the … more -
When Can Bail Be Increased?
After a defendant has been released, the court in which the charge is pending may require him to give additional bail in an amount specified or to meet an additional condition upon a finding made … more
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