How does bail work?
A bail is the legal instrument that allows a person being charged with a criminal offense to be temporarily released from jail pending the outcome of his/her case. The bail usually establishes a sum of money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if the accused fails to appear in court for trial. A Bail may be posted in two ways. A bondsman can be hired and for 10% of the amount of the Bond will post security, or the defendant my post the full amount which will then be returned at the close of the case, less fines and court fees.
There are five release options available to a person who’s been arrested. They are CASH BAIL, SURETY BOND, PROPERTY BOND, release on his or her OWN RECOGNIZANCE (OR), and release on CITATION or what is termed as a Cite Out. CASH BOND/BAIL To be released on cash bail, a person must post with the court the total amount of the bail, in cash, to secure his/her return to court on an appointed date, and thereafter until the case is finished. Full cash bonds are an incentive for defendants to appear at trial. If the defendant appears for his/her court appearances, the cash will be returned to him/her within 60-90 days. However, he/she fails to appear, the cash bond is forfeited to the court! SURETY BOND (BAIL BOND) The alternative to cash bail is the posting of a surety bond which is also known as a bail bond. This process involves a contractual undertaking guaranteed by an admitted insurance company having adequate assets to satisfy the face value of the bond. Apollo Bail Bonds, Inc.
Stanley Harry gives great explanations on different types and a “thumbs up” to him. Review all his recommendations. I have posted “bail” for many friends over the years and can give you my experiences in most cases. Of course, the type charge determines “bond” amount for that state or county. You can post (pay) the total amount of the bond at the jail. When the person jailed appears on specified court date the bond money posted will be released to you. Keep in mind, the judge can render a continuation and has the authority not to release bond money at that time. Bond money is “insurance” to the court that the individual will appear. If you do not have funds for the total amount you may elect to use a “Bonding” company. Representatives at times may be already in the jail building. If not, I can assure you there will be many within walking distance. Bonding companies, in my experiences, require a minimum of 10%, non-refundable, payment.
There are five release options available to a person who’s been arrested. They are CASH BAIL, SURETY BOND, PROPERTY BOND, release on his or her OWN RECOGNIZANCE (OR), and release on CITATION or what is termed as a Cite Out. CASH BOND/BAIL To be released on cash bail, a person must post with the court the total amount of the bail, in cash, to secure his/her return to court on an appointed date, and thereafter until the case is finished. Full cash bonds are an incentive for defendants to appear at trial. If the defendant appears for his/her court appearances, the cash will be returned to him/her within 60-90 days. However, he/she fails to appear, the cash bond is forfeited to the court! SURETY BOND (BAIL BOND) The alternative to cash bail is the posting of a surety bond which is also known as a bail bond. This process involves a contractual undertaking guaranteed by an admitted insurance company having adequate assets to satisfy the face value of the bond. Apollo Bail Bonds, Inc. guarant
A bail is the legal instrument that allows a person being charged with a criminal offense to be temporarily released from jail pending the outcome of his/her case. The bail usually establishes a sum of money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if the accused fails to appear in court for trial. A Bail may be posted in two ways. A bondsman can be hired and for 10% of the amount of the Bond will post security, or the defendant my post the full amount which will then be returned at the close of the case.
