Release subject to conditions in addition to recognizance or bond requirements.
The judge or designee determines the type and amount of bond. The court makes a declaration of forfeiture in the form of a written notice. The court, in its discretion, establishes the amount of the bond and the percentage of cash deposit required.
An unpaid surety bond may also be exonerated upon surrender of the defendant. Release on own recognizance without any other conditions is the least restrictive form of release. If the defendant is surrendered into custody prior to entry of judgment of default on the bond. The designee tells defendants who are released on their own recognizance, or who meet the conditions of release imposed by the designee when to appear before the judge for arraignment. They sign as surety or a cosigner on an unsecured or secured bond. In setting the conditions, the judge may consider the fact that there was a conviction and the length of sentence imposed. After a hearing, revoke bail or recognizance if the defendant has been indicted on a serious crime allegedly committed while the defendant was on release on a prior charge. Release subject to conditions in addition to recognizance or bond requirements.
As a condition of release, the defendant may be required to execute an appearance bond and deposit with the court the full amount of the bond. If forfeiture is not set aside, default is entered. At any time prior to entry of judgment of default on the bond if the city attorney approves.
An unsecured appearance bond requires the defendant to pay the full amount of the bond if he or she fails to appear as required or fails to comply with any other conditions of release which may be imposed. If the time and place of the next appearance are not known, make the defendant promise to appear when notified. Employment status, employment history and financial resources. Avoid all contact with the alleged victim of the crime and with any potential witness who may testify about the offense.