A bail bond is exonerated when the legal process/trial has finished. It does not matter whether the defendant is found guilty/innocent or if the case has been dismissed. At this point, the bail bond is discharged. However, any unpaid premium, fees or other amounts charged by the bail service provider are still owed.
Understanding the New Law: This means that judges are now required to consider alternatives such as pretrial supervision, electronic monitoring, or personal recognizance before resorting to monetary bail. The aim is to ensure that pretrial release decisions are based on risk assessment rather than financial ability.
Jail Processing (2-12 hours) Once the bail is posted, the jail begins its release process. This involves verifying the bail with the court, completing internal paperwork, and conducting any necessary checks, such as warrant checks in other jurisdictions.
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When bail is exonerated it means you or the bail bondsman gets their deposit back from the court clerk. When the defendant is exonerated, it means the charges are dropped and the defendant is no longer suspected of any wrongdoing. Last but not least, it is possible for bail exonerations to be denied.
Termination of the obligation of bail has become known as “exoneration.” Once the criminal case is resolved (criminal proceedings terminated or the surrender of the defendant into custody), the depositor or surety is relieved of their obligation and is entitled to return of the deposit.
In general, an exoneration occurs when a person who has been convicted of a crime is officially cleared after new evidence of innocence becomes available.
: to relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship. 2. : to clear from accusation or blame. exoneration. ig-ˌzä-nə-ˈrā-shən.
When bail is exonerated it means you or the bail bondsman gets their deposit back from the court clerk. When the defendant is exonerated, it means the charges are dropped and the defendant is no longer suspected of any wrongdoing. Last but not least, it is possible for bail exonerations to be denied.
Bail information is considered public record in the State of California, meaning that anyone (not only defendants themselves) can request this info. The details can be accessed via the Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) system or the Criminal Intake Section.