Who is the defendant being released on a surety bail bond?

The principal is the defendant who is released on bail, the obligee is the court or the entity that requires the bond, ensuring the principal's future court appearances, and the surety is typically the bail bond company or agent who provides the bond, guaranteeing the principal's obligation to the obligee.

What does it mean to be released on a surety bond?

A bail bond is a surety bond, which is posted by a bail bond company to the court as a guarantee for an arrestee's appearance at all court dates. The court will release an arrestee from detention upon posting of the bail bond.

What is a surety bail?

A bail bond is a surety bond, which is posted by a bail bond company to the court as a guarantee for an arrestee's appearance at all court dates. The court will release an arrestee from detention upon posting of the bail bond.

US Legal Forms
Bail Bond Agreement

Bail With Surety In Clark

Category:

Criminal - Bail

State:

Multi-State

County:

Clark

Control #:

US-00006DR

Format:

Instant download

Description

The Bail with Surety in Clark is a critical legal document designed for individuals seeking to obtain a bail bond through a bonding company, ensuring the release of a defendant from custody. This form outlines the conditions under which the applicant agrees to pay the bonding company's premiums and indemnify them against any liabilities arising from the bond's execution. Key features include the obligation to pay a premium upon the bond's execution, to indemnify the bonding company and surety, and to cooperate in the recovery of the defendant if necessary. It also addresses situations involving changes in the defendant's custody status, financial conditions, and other related bail bonds. Attorneys, partners, owners, associates, paralegals, and legal assistants benefit from using this document as it simplifies the bail application process, clarifies responsibilities, and mitigates potential risks associated with bail bonds. Effective completion and understanding of this form can help legal professionals streamline their workflow and provide better support to clients during challenging legal circumstances.

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The principal is the defendant who is released on bail, the obligee is the court or the entity that requires the bond, ensuring the principal's future court appearances, and the surety is typically the bail bond company or agent who provides the bond, guaranteeing the principal's obligation to the obligee.

An unsecured bond represents an obligation not backed by any assets. If you receive an unsecured bond, you can sign an agreement that you will appear in court following your arrest. If you do not appear in court per your bond agreement, you will be fined. Unsecured bonds are considered “good faith” agreements.

You may be eligible for an unsecured bond if you committed a minor crime. In addition, a court may be more inclined to offer you the option of an unsecured bond if you have no criminal history. If you accept an unsecured bond, it is in your best interest to comply with its terms.

Surety bonds are 10 percent of the total bond ordered in a case and must be posted with a licensed bail agent. The bondsman then posts bail with the court on your behalf. This type of bond is not refundable.

Obligees are most commonly local, state or federal government agencies. They can also be individuals or businesses wanting the principal to do work for them. In the case of a governmental obligee, the surety bond is typically guaranteeing the principal will follow laws and regulations established by the obligee.

A bail bond is a surety bond, which is posted by a bail bond company to the court as a guarantee for an arrestee's appearance at all court dates. The court will release an arrestee from detention upon posting of the bail bond.

Personal Bond: The defendant is released upon signing a bond, which states that he or she will be liable for criminal, and in some cases civil, penalties if he or she fails to appear in court.