LUNA BAIL BONDS
A bail bond is a financial guarantee that ensures a defendant will appear in court. It allows them to be released from jail while awaiting trial.
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A bail bondsman pays the full bail amount to the court on behalf of the defendant, who then pays a percentage (usually around 10%) as a fee.
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If the defendant fails to appear, the bail bondsman may track them down and return them to custody. The person who co-signed the bond may also be financially responsible.
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The fee paid to the bail bondsman is non-refundable, but if you posted cash bail directly with the court, you may get it back after the case concludes.
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Usually, they need written permission from the bail bondsman and the court before traveling.
A cosigner is someone who takes financial responsibility for the bail bond if the defendant fails to appear in court.
Collateral is money, property, or other valuable assets used to secure the bail bond. It is returned once the case is resolved.
The cost is typically a percentage of the total bail amount, often around 10%, and is regulated by state laws.