What is the meaning of bail bond?

noun

  • Criminal law. ( money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial)
    • usage: "the judge set bail at $10, 000"; "a $10, 000 bond was furnished by an alderman"
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