A bail bond is ordered by the judge to guarantee the defendant adheres to all conditions set upon him or her. It also ensures that the defendant appears in court, thus permitting release from jail. Only the judge determines and sets the amount of the bond. The following are definitions of the various types of bonds we handle.
Appearance Bond:
This bond is mandated by the court ordering the defendant to pay all monies directly to the court. Once all matters are satisfied, a percentage of the money paid is returned.
Bail Bond:
This type of bond is also known as a surety bond. It basically is a contract by which one party agrees to make good on the default or debt of another. This is often obtained through a bonding company, such as Chuck Brown II Bail Bonds. The bonding company guarantees the entire amount of the bond to the court and ensures the defendant is present at all of the court dates. If the defendant fails to adhere to the court’s instructions or fails to appear, the bonding company then apprehends the defendant or pays the court the entire bond.
Own Recognizance:
(O/R) Bond: This applies when a defendant is released on their own recognizance. The defendant signs a written promise to appear in court, and no bail money is required.
Property Bond:
This type of bond involves putting up real estate as collateral and can take several weeks. Equity in the property has to be equal to 150% of the total bond amount. In addition, fees on the property bond are likened to escrow fees, as well as appraisal and title search fees. Note: If the defendant fails to complete court requirements, the court can foreclose on the property.