The uniform bond schedule The new law mandates the Florida Supreme Court to establish a uniform schedule for specific offenses not included in the “dangerous crime” category. This schedule became effective on January 1, 2024, outlining set bond amounts for various felonies and misdemeanors.
Yes, you can bail yourself out of jail if you have the financial resources to cover the bail amount set by the court.
And while some will tell you that you can't remain anonymous, the short answer is actually yes, you can. (But with one major consideration.) The Court is going to need a name and person to return the bond to once the court date has been successfully completed.
No - if you signed the bond it doesn't matter whether you have a job or not - or whether the bondsman asked you if you did. You are liable as surety on the bond - having a job or not has nothing to do with your liability. Sorry.
Getting released on your own recognizance, or OR, means you don't have to post bail or a bond in order to be released from custody following an arrest.
An “own recognizance” release is when the court lets a defendant out of jail after an arrest without having to post bail, based solely on his or her promise to (a) return to court for future hearings and (b) comply with certain conditions of release.
If you can't afford bail, you will remain in jail until your court date, which can range from weeks for minor offenses to months or even years for serious charges. The timeline largely depends on the complexity of the case, the court's schedule, and whether there are any delays in the legal process.
A personal recognizance bond allows a defendant to be released from jail without posting bail or putting up a deposit. Also known as a PR bond, being released on your own recognizance means you promise to appear in court without additional bond conditions.
For minor crimes, a defendant may be summoned to court without the need for bail, or may be released on recognizance (promising to appear in court, with no bail required) following arraignment.