Absolute Bail Bonds in Santa Clarita – What Is “Own Recognizance” Release?

When someone is arrested, their hearing isn’t for a few days at least. So, the court allows arrested people to bail out of jail so they can return home during their transition period. Usually they are required to pay for bail – an amount set by the court and based on the crime, any prior criminal history, ties to the community, and their danger to others. However, there are some cases where the court will release the individual on “own recognizance,” meaning they do not have to pay for their release.

When determining an arrested person’s eligibility for own recognizance release, the judge considers the same things as he would for a paid bail. In general, if the crime was not too serious, if they have no criminal record, if they do not pose a threat to the community, and if they are not a flight risk, they have a good chance to be released on own recognizance. And if so, he or she will sign a form promising to return to court.

Release upon own recognizance is not for everyone, meaning many will still need to pay for bail. If this is the case for you or someone you love, we at Absolute Bail Bonds in Santa Clarita can help secure their release with a bail bond. Just visit us online at AbsoluteBailBonds.com or call 800-793-2245.