Appearance Bond
/əˈpɪərəns bɑnd/
Definitions
- (n.) A bail bond requiring the accused to appear in court at a specified time or face forfeiture of the bond amount.
The judge set an appearance bond to ensure the defendant attends the trial.
Forms
- appearance bonds
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Commentary
Appearance bonds are typically used in criminal proceedings to guarantee the defendant's presence; drafting should specify precise appearance conditions to avoid ambiguity.
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