Forfeiture is when refuse or try to refuse to appear in court by becoming a fugitive while out on bail. You don't get that back. Cancellation: Confronted someone you had a restraining order against while out on bail.
If the prisoner is admitted to bail and fails to appear and surrender ing to the conditions of the prisoner's bond, the judge or magistrate by proper order shall declare the bond forfeited and order the prisoner's immediate arrest without warrant if the prisoner is within this state.
Bail bonds and personal bonds are forfeited in the following manner: The name of the defendant shall be called distinctly at the courthouse door, and if the defendant does not appear within a reasonable time after such call is made, judgment shall be entered that the State of Texas recover of the defendant the amount ...
969.13 Forfeiture. (1) If the conditions of the bond are not complied with, the court having jurisdiction over the defendant in the criminal action shall enter an order declaring the bail to be forfeited.
Inmates incarcerated have the option to post their own bail or accept funds from friends or family for the purpose of posting bail.
Common Questions. Does Your Bond Go Down When You Stay in Jail? Clarification: Staying in jail does not reduce your bond automatically, but prolonged detention can be argued for bail reduction.
The legal implications of bail bond forfeiture can be severe. Beyond the financial loss, the defendant may face additional charges for failing to appear in court, complicating their legal situation.
The court has required the bond, and only the court is able to cancel the bond by issuing a “release” stating the bond is no longer needed.
The judge is able to revoke your bail bond if they have sufficient evidence to believe you are at risk of failing to appear for your court date; likely to cause more problems out of jail than inside; and if you get arrested during your bail time.