What is a Bail Bond?
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What is a Bail Bond?
A monetary guarantee filed with the court whereby a defendant is temporarily placed in
the custody of the posting Bail Agency. Further, the bail agency promises the court the
defendant will appear each and every time they are ordered to do so while their case is
pending.
Is a defendant released on bail really in the custody of the posting Bail Agency?
Yes, when a Bail Agency post a Bail Bond with the Jail or Court, the Bail Agency is taking
responsibility for the defendant to appear at all future court dates. For example, if a
defendant does not follow the terms and conditions of the Bail Agency, then he/she risks
being returned to jail! Maryland Bail Bonds provides the comforts of not being in a jail
cell. However, if a defendant fails to communicate or check in as required then he/she
may be returned to jail.
How much does bail really cost?
10% of the bond is the standard premium.
What if the person I bail out does not appear?
The court will issue a warrant for the arrest of the defendant. In addition, a notice will be
sent to us regarding the failure to appear. However, we will be happy to assist you in
either reinstating the bail with the court or surrendering the defendant back to custody.
What if the person I bail out gets re-arrested in a different county or state?
Call us immediately so we can make sure you are protected. Communication is very
important.
What if the person I bail out refuses to go to court? What will it cost?
Call us immediately and we'll make arrangements for him or her to be safely returned to
jail. The cost of returning a defendant to jail depends where the defendant is located. For
example, if the defendant is cooperative then the cost is as low as $350 to $500.
However, if the defendant refuses to cooperate then it will cost an additional 10% of the
Bond ($5,000 for a $50,000 bond) or 20% of the bond amount if out of state ($10,000 for
a $50,000 bond) plus costs incurred by our fugitive recovery agents. If you have doubts
about the person you are helping then don't sign for a bond! You're better off taking a
nice vacation or donating to the Red Cross!
Are there any additional legal fees?
In the event of a forfeiture (when the defendant failed or refused to appear in court as
required) there will be court costs. The worst being a Summary Judgment where the
defendant cannot be located and you have to pay the entire bond amount. If the
defendant failed to appear due to a valid excuse, then the bond can be reinstated. Court
fees vary from $75 and up. If a motion has to be filed to vacate the forfeiture then you will
be liable to pay for all legal fees.
A monetary guarantee filed with the court whereby a defendant is temporarily placed in
the custody of the posting Bail Agency. Further, the bail agency promises the court the
defendant will appear each and every time they are ordered to do so while their case is
pending.
Is a defendant released on bail really in the custody of the posting Bail Agency?
Yes, when a Bail Agency post a Bail Bond with the Jail or Court, the Bail Agency is taking
responsibility for the defendant to appear at all future court dates. For example, if a
defendant does not follow the terms and conditions of the Bail Agency, then he/she risks
being returned to jail! Maryland Bail Bonds provides the comforts of not being in a jail
cell. However, if a defendant fails to communicate or check in as required then he/she
may be returned to jail.
How much does bail really cost?
10% of the bond is the standard premium.
What if the person I bail out does not appear?
The court will issue a warrant for the arrest of the defendant. In addition, a notice will be
sent to us regarding the failure to appear. However, we will be happy to assist you in
either reinstating the bail with the court or surrendering the defendant back to custody.
What if the person I bail out gets re-arrested in a different county or state?
Call us immediately so we can make sure you are protected. Communication is very
important.
What if the person I bail out refuses to go to court? What will it cost?
Call us immediately and we'll make arrangements for him or her to be safely returned to
jail. The cost of returning a defendant to jail depends where the defendant is located. For
example, if the defendant is cooperative then the cost is as low as $350 to $500.
However, if the defendant refuses to cooperate then it will cost an additional 10% of the
Bond ($5,000 for a $50,000 bond) or 20% of the bond amount if out of state ($10,000 for
a $50,000 bond) plus costs incurred by our fugitive recovery agents. If you have doubts
about the person you are helping then don't sign for a bond! You're better off taking a
nice vacation or donating to the Red Cross!
Are there any additional legal fees?
In the event of a forfeiture (when the defendant failed or refused to appear in court as
required) there will be court costs. The worst being a Summary Judgment where the
defendant cannot be located and you have to pay the entire bond amount. If the
defendant failed to appear due to a valid excuse, then the bond can be reinstated. Court
fees vary from $75 and up. If a motion has to be filed to vacate the forfeiture then you will
be liable to pay for all legal fees.
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