What type of bail bonds are there?
Personal Recognizance – The defendant does not have to pay money to be released pre – trial. The Court or Magistrate can set conditions including good behavior, supervision by pre-trial services, and not going to certain places or contacting certain people. If you violate the bond or fail to appear, you may owe the Commonwealth the dollar amount of the bond. Custodian Bond – A responsible person agrees to keep the defendant in their custody. Commonly used for persons with mental or physical illnesses. Military personnel may be released to a Command Representative as custodian. Surety Bond – A dollar amount may be paid by cash, or posted by a Professional Bondsman for a fee that is percentage a of the bond amount. Real Estate Bond – The defendant’s appearance is secured by Real Estate, if authorized by the Court. A title search may be necessary to prove ownership and the amount of financial equity in the property. Preparation of a Deed of Trust may also be required. Cash Bond – Full bon
