A Kentucky Appearance Bond of Witness is a type of surety bond that guarantees the appearance of a witness in court. This bond is required in Kentucky when an out-of-state witness is summoned to appear in court. The bond amount is determined by the court and is typically the same as the witness’s estimated expenses for travel, lodging, and meals. The Kentucky Appearance Bond of Witness is typically secured by a surety company and must be signed by a licensed bondsman. There are two types of Kentucky Appearance Bonds of Witness, a criminal bond and a civil bond. The criminal bond is used for criminal cases, while the civil bond is used for civil cases. Both types of bonds require the witness to appear in court as requested and to pay any fines or fees associated with their appearance.