A bail bond is a financial guarantee provided by a licensed bail bondsman to the court, ensuring that the defendant will appear for all scheduled court proceedings. The bondsman posts the bail on behalf of the defendant, and in return, the defendant or a co-signer pays a premium, typically 10% of the total bail amount.
Failing to post bond has several consequences: Extended Jail Time: You remain in custody until your court date, ranging from weeks to months. Court Appearances: Regular court appearances are required. Impact on Employment and Family: Prolonged jail time can lead to job loss and financial strain.
No Bond Hold This could happen if the defendant is considered a flight risk, poses a danger to others, or if there are reasons to believe they may tamper with evidence or intimidate witnesses. In such cases, the judge may issue a “no bond hold,” which means the person will remain in custody until their trial.
California Penal Code Section 825 says that a person arrested in California must be brought before a judge within 48 hours to be charged or released. These rules prevent law enforcement from holding suspects indefinitely while providing sufficient time to collect evidence and decide whether to take the case forward.
So your next step is to reach out to the bondsman and ask to revoke your pledge of bond. Keep in mind that it is at the bonding company's discretion and, ultimately, the judge's discretion whether there is a good reason to surrender a defendant's bond.
Bond Released: This term means that the court has released the defendant on bond after the conditions of the bond have been met. Essentially, it signifies that the defendant has secured their release by posting the bond. Bond Vacated: When a bond is vacated, it means the bond has been set aside or canceled.
Being "out on bond" refers to the situation where a person accused of a crime is released from custody after posting bail or bond. The purpose of bail or bond is to ensure the accused's appearance in court for the proceedings while also preventing any potential risk they might pose to society.
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.
Bailing someone out of jail who has a history of untrustworthy behavior can create headaches. You're essentially agreeing to put up 10 percent of a bail bond that could be tens of thousands — or even hundreds of thousands — of dollars. If they fail to show, then you went to all that extra trouble for nothing.