WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE SIGNING

It is the responsibility of the indemnitor to see that the entire premium is paid. A Bail Bond is an appearance Bond and is good for one year only. If the case continues for more than one year an additional 10% will be due for each year that the defendant remains out on bail. The premium charge for bail is non-refundable and is considered fully earned upon the defendants release from jail. Other fees that can be charged for the posting of a bond are long distance telephone calls, posing fees, travel fees, or any other incidental expenses. An additional $10.00 will be charged for any returned checks.

IF THE DEFENDANT FAILS TO APPEAR

In the case of a forfeiture (the defendants failure to appear in court) it is the duty of the Indemnitor to pay the full amount of the bail and/or see that the defendant appears in court for reinstatement of the bail and/or locate the defendant to surrender him/her back to custody. A MINIMUM OF $125.00 IS DUE PER CASE FOR BEING LATE OR MISSING COURT FOR ANY REASON!! This includes medical or transportation problems. If the defendant or indemnitor moves it is the responsibility of the Indemnitor to notify the bond company of this change within 48 hours. Failure to do so could result in the surrender of the defendant back to custody of the court. (No premium would be refunded).

IF THE DEFENDANT REFUSES TO APPEAR

The law provides that the indemnitor is liable for all expenses if we need to take legal action. The defendants refusal to return to court can add up expenses such as skip-tracing fees, attorney fees, court costs and rewards. The Indemnitor is liable for all costs up to the face amount of the bond (California Regulatory Code Title 10 Section 2081d)

INDEMNITORS RELEASE FROM LIABILITY

The Indemnitor is liable for the defendants bond until he/she has completed all of their court appearances, and when all of the premiums have been paid. The bond will be exonerated by the Judge upon sentencing or when the case is dismissed. When the bond is exonerated your collateral, if any, will be returned.

If you have any questions regarding the liability of an indemnitor please feel free to ask questions or call this office at the number listed below.

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