| − | Bail is the money or other security (such as a [[bail bond]]) provided to the court to temporarily allow a person's release from jail and assure their appearance in court. "Bail" and "Bond" are often used interchangeably. (Applies mainly to state courts.) [[category:legal terms]] | + | '''Bail''' is the money or other security (such as a [[bail bond]]) provided to the court to temporarily allow a person's release from jail and assure their appearance in court. "Bail" and "Bond" are often used interchangeably. (Applies mainly to state courts.) [[category:legal terms]] |