Rhode Island Bail and Recognizance Conditions refer to the court-ordered guidelines that must be followed by someone who has been arrested and is pending or on trial for a criminal offense. They are issued to ensure that the accused person will appear at all court hearings and comply with any other court orders. There are two main types of Rhode Island Bail and Recognizance Conditions: cash bail and recognizance. Cash bail is an amount of money that must be paid as a guarantee that the accused person will appear in court. Recognizance is an agreement signed by the accused person and a third party, such as a friend or family member, guaranteeing that the accused will appear in court when required. Both types of Rhode Island Bail and Recognizance Conditions must be met in order for the accused to be released from jail. Violation of either type of condition can lead to additional charges and further penalties.