A sum of money or other form of security given to the court in exchange for the release of the accused from custody and to guarantee that the accused will appear in court.

Money or other security (such as a bail or signature bond) provided to the court to temporarily allow a person's release from jail and to assure their appearance in court. "Bail&q [..]

Money or other security (such as a bail bond) given to secure a person's release from custody, which is at risk should he or she subsequently fail to appear before the court.

A sum of money or other form of security given to the court in exchange for the release of the accused from custody and to guarantee that the accused will appear in court.

 To set free a person arrested or imprisoned (pending trial or resolution of an appeal), in exchange for security such as cash. Bail is forfeited if the person fails to appear in court as directed.