appearance bond

Definition of "appearance bond"
  1. It's a type of bond, usually without collateral, provided by a defendant in a criminal case to ensure that they show up for court as planned
How to use "appearance bond" in a sentence
  1. The accused was released after posting an appearance bond, assuring his presence in court on the set dates.
  2. In some cases, an appearance bond might be required to ensure a defendant's attendance to all court proceedings.
  3. An appearance bond often is a measure used to secure a defendant's regular attendance to their scheduled court dates.

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