The terms, bail and bond, are popularly used in the corridors of justice, especially in court, and police cells. A cash bail is a condition set by the court to secure the release of an accused person ...
Bail reform, which took effect in New York in 2020, limits when judges can set cash bail. As a result, many people are released while they wait for court. Supporters argue that it is intended to be a ...
Sometimes the law catches up with you, and you find yourself facing a pending trial in court. The judge sees no serious reason to keep you in custody, but you must show that you’ll attend your court ...