There are several different types of bail bonds, including but not limited to: Surety Bonds: Surety bonds are the most common type of bail bond and involve a bail bond agent or surety company providing a financial guarantee to the court that the defendant will appear for their scheduled court appearances.
Bail can be either unconditional or conditional. Conditional bail means that restrictions and conditions are imposed on defendants. This may mean the defendant can't contact a complainant or go to a certain location. Unconditional bail means that there are no restrictions and conditions imposed on defendants.
Number 1 Highest Bail Amount In History- Robert Durst In 2003, Robert Durst found himself in a jail cell with a grand total of 3 billion dollars over his head. The court set his bail this high not only because of the nature of his crimes but also because he was considered a flight risk.
If the court is satisfied that the accused should be released, there are a number of options available: an undertaking, a recognizance with or without sureties, or recognizance with a deposit. The court can impose additional conditions on each of these types of release.