This term refers to the practice of releasing a defendant (or accused) from custody until their next appearance in court.

1) n. the money or bond put up to secure the release of a person ...

The release, prior to trial, of a person accused of a crime, under specified conditions designed to assure that person's appearance in court when required. Also can refer to the amount of bond mo [..]

To remove water with a bucket or pump. Also, a component that controls fishing line on a spinning reel.

"to procure someone's release from prison" (by posting bail), 1580s, from bail (n.1); usually with out. Related: Bailed; bailing.

"horizontal piece of wood in a cricket wicket," c. 1742, originally "any cross bar" (1570s), probably identical with Middle French bail "horizontal piece of wood affixed on tw [..]

"to dip water out of," 1610s, from baile (n.) "small wooden bucket" (mid-14c.), from nautical Old French baille "bucket, pail," from Medieval Latin *bajula (aquae), liter [..]

"bond money," late 15c., a sense that apparently developed from that of "temporary release from jail" (into the custody of another, who gives security), recorded from early 15c. Th [..]

the security given (or posted) to ensure the future appearance of a defendant

The money paid to the court, usually at arraignment or shortly thereafter, to ensure that an arrested person who is released from jail will show up at all required court appearances. The amount of bai [..]

To ditch (toss away) your bike before a crash, oftentimes done mid-flight during a jump.

(criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial; "the judge set bail at $10,000"; "a $10,000 [..]

security for release

In criminal law, bail is the process of releasing a defendant from jail or other governmental custody with conditions set to reasonably assure public safety and court appearance. “Bail” is perhaps one [..]

A wire handle attached to a container for carrying. Normally inserted into ears on opposite sides of a container by twisting and snapping it into place (snap bail).

To ditch (toss away) your bike before a crash, oftentimes done mid-flight during a jump.

If the dreamer is seeking bail, unforeseen troubles will arise; accidents are likely to occur; unfortunate alliances may be made. If you go bail for another, about the same conditions, though hardly as bad.   

[Anglo-French, act of handing over, delivery of a prisoner into someone's custody in exchange for security, from bailler to hand over, entrust, from Old French, from Latin bajulare to carry (a .. [..]

  Temporary release of a defendant prior to trial, usually backed by some form of security.

Metal, semi-circular arm of an open-face spinning reel that engages the line after a cast.

(n) (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial(n) the legal system that allows an accused person to be temporarily released fro [..]

an evasive maneuver activated when a surfer is caught inside or when he is about to wipeout Bailing

Money or other security (such as a bail bond) given to a court to temporarily secure a person's release from custody and assure his/her appearance in court. May be forfeited should individual subsequently fail to appear before the court. Bail and bond are often used interchangeably.

The finding on top of a pendant that allows it to be attached to a necklace

Cash or surety posted to procure the release of a defendant in a criminal proceeding by insuring his/her future attendance in court, and compelling him/her to remain within the jurisdiction of the cou [..]

Total amount paid to the court for a traffic citation. This includes fines, penalty assessments, and mandated fees.

A security or collateral given surrendered to the court clerk to prevent being held in custody. Bail can take the form of a promise to comply, a surrender of one’s license, or cash held in exchange fo [..]

The release of a person from legal custody by a written agreement that he shall appear at the time and place designated and submit himself to the jurisdiction of the court and observe the requirements [..]

Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his or her appearance on the day and time appointed (also called bail bond).

To ditch (toss away) your bike before a crash, oftentimes done mid-flight during a jump.

A metal, semicircular arm on an open- faced spinning reel that engages the line after a cast.

The term applied to the law which enables a person accused of a criminal charge to be released from custody between the date they are charged and the hearing date.

To remove water from a boat; as in: Let's bail the dinghy to get the water out.

To throw water out of a boat; a yoke, as a ladder bail (rung).

    (1) To rid a boat of water by dipping it out; (2) a rigid member affording support at two end points, as the bail (handle) of a bucket or the support for an accommodation ladder.  

To remove water from the boat by hand, bucket, pump etc.

To remove water from a boat, as with a bucket or a pump

1. to remove water from the boat   2. a semi-circular metal fitting on the under side of the boom to which the sheet block is attached. The boom bail reduces twist on the boom by allowing the sheet bl [..]

To remove water by scooping it out with a bucket

Personal security provided by a defendant to the court to prevent the arrest of a ship or to secure its release from arrest. The security takes the form of a bail bond, in which the sureties submit to the jurisdiction of the court and undertake that if the defendants does not pay what may be adjudged against them or what is agreed by settlement, ex [..]

To remove water from the boat by hand, bucket, pump etc.

Personal security provided by a defendant to the court to prevent the arrest of a ship or to secure its release from arrest. The security takes the form of a bail bond, in which the sureties submit to the jurisdiction of the court and undertake that if the defendants does not pay what may be adjudged against them or what is agreed by settlement, ex [..]

A bail is the metal portion of a pendant via which the pendant hangs from the chain or cord.                

The release, prior to trial, of a person accused of a crime, under specified conditions designed to assure that person's appearance in court when required. Also can refer to the amount of bond mo [..]

A person must agree to certain conditions before being released from custody by a court, for instance, by promising not to commit any more crimes or interfere with witnesses.

In criminal cases, a sum of money posted by or on behalf of a defendant

By posting bail an accused person (or a relative, spouse, associate, or friend of an accused person) secures his or her release from jail while awaiting trial. Bail money is held to guarantee that the [..]

Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.

A security deposit (usually money) given to release a defendant or witness from custody and to make sure that they go to court when they’re supposed to.

  Bond money paid to a court, by or on behalf of a criminal defendant, as security that, when released from jail, the defendant will appear at future hearings. If another person posts the bail money, [..]

Money ordered to be paid to the court in exchange for release from jail while a criminal case is pending.

A pretrial procedure permitting an arrested person to stay out of jail by depositing a set amount of money as security that the person will show up for trial.

Bail is a temporary release from the authority of the police or court which can be granted prior to or during a court hearing. Bail can be unconditional or conditional. If there is a risk that a suspect may commit another crime, fail to turn up at court, intimidate you or other witnesses, or obstruct the course of justice, the police or the court c [..]

(1) In Admiralty proceedings the security given to obtain the release of a ship.

Bail is security that if released from jail, you will appear for future court hearings. Third parties may also pay bail, which means that the third party vouches on behalf of the defendant that he/she [..]

A sum of money deposited with the court by a defendant

Cash or bond posted by a defendant as collateral to ensure that he or she returns to court on a future date.

Once a person has been arrested and charged with an offence, that person must remain in gaol unless they have legal authority to be out of gaol. When a person receives this authority, they are granted [..]

Bail enables an accused person to be released from custody in between the date of being charged and the eventual hearing of the court case. The accused may be required to promise (known as entering in [..]

Money a defendant puts up (usually a bond) to allow his or her release from custody and to guarantee his or her appearance at a future hearing.

The property or money given in assurance that the defendant will appear in court.

 Money or other security (such as a bail bond) given to a court to temporarily allow a person to be released from custody and assure his/her appearance in court. May be lost should the individual fail to appear in court. Bail and bond are often used interchangeably.

a promise that you will go to court to face charges on a certain day. You may have to agree to conditions like reporting to the police, living at a certain place or having someone act as a surety for [..]

This is an amount of money (cash) or form of security (bond) which is required by a Judge to ensure that the defendant will appear in court when told to. In determining bail, a judge may consider seve [..]

In criminal proceedings, the release of a prisoner from legal custody into the custody of persons acting as sureties, undertaking to produce the prisoner to court at a later date or forfeit the securi [..]

A commitment made (and possibly secured by cash or property) to secure the release of a person being held in custody and suspected of a crime, to provide some kind of guarantee that the suspect will a [..]

Bail is a payment or surety to the court. It allows a person arrested and charged with a criminal offence to remain free from custody, until the time of their trial. Most bail is some form of property [..]

An agreement to pay the court system as security for the release of a defendant from jail; often used interchangeably with “Bond”. Bail can be made with cash, property or with a surety.

in the Criminal Code called “judicial interim release”; the release of an accused from custody pending the trial or conclusion of their case; may also be granted to a convicted person pending the conc [..]

Money or a bond that must be deposited to secure the release of an individual who has been charged with a minor or serious crime. Bail for minor crimes is often set by a schedule that must be paid before a court appearance. For serious crimes, a judge may set the bail amount at the suspect's first court appearance. Bail may be denied in instan [..]

An agreement made by a person charged with a criminal offence to appear at court when required and to abide by any special condition on what they can or cannot do while on bail. This can include a condition that they not approach or contact the victim.

An amount of money which must be posted with the court for the defendant to be out of jail during the proceedings. If the defendant makes all court appearances, the money is returned at the end of proceedings. If the defendant fails to make court appearances, the bail may be forfeited by the court and would not be returned to the defendant.

Bond money paid to a court by or on behalf of a criminal defendant as security that, when released from jail, the defendant will appear at future hearings. If another person posts the bail money, then that third party vouches that the defendant will appear at future court dates. Bail can be forfeited if the defendant fails to appear or violates rel [..]

Money or other form of security the judge requires to be held by the court to ensure that a criminal defendant, released while awaiting trial, will be in court for the trial. Bail is returned when the [..]

The purpose of bail is to insure the defendant’s return to court. The greater the risk that the defendant will not return to court, the higher the bail that will be set. The defense lawyer will usuall [..]

An agreement to turn up to court. A defendant may be given bail by the police or the court. A person on bail is allowed to go free until their case is decided at court.

Bond money paid to a court, by or on behalf of a criminal defendant, as security that, when released from jail, the defendant will appear at future hearings. If another person posts the bail money, then that third party vouches that the defendant will appear at future court dates. Bail can be forfeited if the defendant fails to appear or violates r [..]

1) n. the money or bond put up to secure the release of a person who has been charged with a crime. For minor crimes bail is usually set by a schedule which will show the amount to be paid before any [..]

Bond money paid to a court by or on behalf of a criminal defendant as security that, when released from jail, the defendant will appear at all future hearings. The court can also set conditions of release (i.e., no contact with the victim, no alcohol consumption, etc.) If another person posts the bail money, then that third party vouches that the d [..]

A defendant who enjoys bail retains his or her liberty pending the next stage in the criminal proceedings against them. Bail can be either conditional or unconditional. Frequently imposed conditions include residing at a named address, non-contact with prosecution witnesses, exclusion from certain areas, curfew between certain hours, surrender of t [..]

Refers to "cash bail" or a "bail bond". Cash bail means a sum of money, set by the court, posted by the defendant or any other person, upon the condition that the money will be for [..]

Cash or surety posted to procure the release of a defendant by insuring his/her future attendance court, and compelling him/her to remain in the jurisdiction of the court.

The release, prior to trial, of a person accused of a crime, under specified conditions designed to assure that person's appearance in court when required. Also can refer to the amount of bond mo [..]

To ditch (toss away) your bike before a crash, oftentimes done mid-flight during a jump.

To empty water from a craft by scooping it out with anything from a sponge to a tin can.

Security, usually a sum of money, exchanged for the release of an arrested person as a guarantee of that person's appearance for trial. *made of a human skull. (obsolete) Custody; keeping. * Spe [..]

Jumping or diving off your board to avoid a wipeout or to avoid another surfer.

Bail is a set of pre-trial restrictions that are imposed on a suspect to ensure that they will not hamper the judicial process. Bail is the conditional release of a defendant with the promise to appea [..]

In the sport of cricket, a bail is one of the two smaller sticks placed on top of the three stumps to form a wicket. The bails are used to determine when the wicket is broken or put down, which in tu [..]

Bail is the conditional release of an arrested person prior to their trial, or the money or property used as security that the person will appear at trial. Bail may also refer to:

A bail (also spelled "bale") is a component of certain types of jewelry, mostly necklaces, that is used to attach a pendant or stone. The bail is normally placed in the center of the necklace where th [..]

Bail in Canada refers to the release (or detention) of a person charged with a criminal offence prior to being tried in court or sentenced. The Canadian Bill of Rights and the Canadian Charter of Rig [..]

Bail is a set of pre-trial restrictions that are imposed on a suspect to ensure that they will not hamper the judicial process. Bail is the conditional release of a defendant with the promise to appea [..]

Bail is a set of pre-trial restrictions that are imposed on a suspect to ensure that they will not hamper the judicial process. Bail is the conditional release of a defendant with the promise to appea [..]