A Vermont Conditions of Release Order is a court order issued by a judge in the state of Vermont that sets the terms and conditions under which an individual accused of a crime may be released from court custody while awaiting trial. It is also commonly referred to as a “bail order” or “bond order.” There are two types of Vermont Conditions of Release Order: unsecured bond orders and secured bond orders. Unsecured bond orders require the accused to sign an agreement promising to appear at all court dates and abide by the court’s conditions. These orders may include restrictions on travel outside the state, refraining from contact with certain individuals, submitting to monitoring or supervision by a pretrial services agency, or any other condition the court deems necessary. Secured bond orders require the accused to pay a set amount of money as a guarantee that they will appear in court and abide by the court’s conditions. If the accused fails to do so, the money is forfeited to the court. Both types of Vermont Condition of Release Order must be signed by a judge before they are valid.