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The Difference Between Bail And A Bond

30 March 2021

Celina Henry

If you will need to be bailed out of jail, you might be confused about the terms that are associated with bail. It's important to know the difference between bail and bond so you'll know how much you will be required to pay. This is something that a bail bondsman can help you with.

When You Will Need Bail

Bail is most often associated with criminal cases where you will be forced to post bail to be released from prison. However, you might also need to post bail for civil cases to prove that you will be able to cover all debt that is due, interests, and court fees.

How Bail Works

When bail is set, you must pay bail to be released from jail. The bail amount is used as a promise that you will show up in court and you will be reimbursed if you show up in court. If you fail to show up in court, you will forfeit your bail.

Your bail is set at the discretion of the courts and is based on how severe your crime is, your ability to post bail, and whether or not you are considered to be a flight risk. However, it's often the case that you will not be able to afford bail and the courts may have a bond set.

How a Bond Works

With a bond, you must work with a surety company and you will only be required to pay a small percentage of the bail that was originally set. The surety company is typically referred to as a bail bondsman.

You will not have to pay money at the time of the release. Instead, you will sign a form designed to indicate that you are committed to attend court with the understanding that you will face serious financial penalties if you do not attend court on the day of your scheduled appearance.

What You Have to Pay

The percentage of the bail you have to pay will not be refunded. For example, if your bail is set to $10,000, you may be required to pay $1,000 and this will not be refunded. You will also be required to pay for various court fees and may need to hire a lawyer and pay for the legal representation you received. The surety company may request that you also put something up as collateral such as the title to your car.

For more information, contact a local bail bonds service.

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