What Happens to the Bail Bond Money?
Once you find out what the bond amount is you need to decide whether you have enough funds to pay the bond in full and even if you do have the funds whether you would choose to do so or would rather use a bondsman. If you post a cash bond, it will be necessary for you to bring the exact amount of the cash to the county facility. The county facility will give you a receipt which indicates the date you must return for court. The county facility will release you. Upon successful completion of the case you will receive the money back. You will not receive any interest on the money. You must understand that should you be convicted or plead guilty or no contest to the offense, the court has the authority to have part or all of the cash bond applied to any fines and court costs imposed by the judge. However, your return of the money is not dependent on whether you are found guilty or not guilty but is dependent on whether you return to court as scheduled and as required.
