Bail Agent
/ˈbeɪl ˈeɪdʒənt/
Definitions
- (n.) A person or business authorized to post bail on behalf of a defendant, typically by providing a surety bond to secure the defendant's release from custody prior to trial.
The bail agent arranged for the defendant's release by posting the required bond.
Forms
- bail agent
- bail agents
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Commentary
In some jurisdictions, 'bail agent' and 'bail bond agent' are used interchangeably; clear usage depends on local legal terminology.
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