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.
When you work with a bail bondsman, you can remain anonymous if you wish. The only people who will know your name are the bail agent and the court. Your name will not appear on any public records associated with the case.
For example, in California, bail bond records are generally public and accessible via the Public Access to Court Electronic Records (PACER) system.
Most bond agreements include travel restrictions, confining you to a specific geographic area such as your county or state. These limitations are designed to ensure your availability for court dates. If travel is necessary, you must seek prior approval from the court or your bail bondsman.
Steps in the Bail Bond Process Contacting a Bail Bondsman: If you need assistance with bail, the next step is often contacting a bail bondsman. Posting Bail and Release: After the bail is posted, the jail will process your release. Court Appearances and Compliance. Refund or Collateral Return:
Posting Bail in Illinois Since there are no bail bondsmen in Illinois, those arrested can post bail directly to the court.