What happens if a defendant posts bail and does not show up for his or her trial?

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Cody Novak

1 March, 20:09

What happens if a defendant posts bail and does not show up for his or her trial?

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Adeline Sloan · Answer 1

Answer:If the suspect does not return to court or show up, the bail is forfeited, and court will issue a warrant for the defendant's arrest.

Explanation:

Bail is cash, a bond, or property which a suspect or prisoner pays to a court with a condition that the suspect will show up in court when requested or ordered to come to court.

If the suspect violates this condition that the bail isn't valid anymore.

A bail is paid so that a suspect can be released from pre trial detention.