# Bail Bondsman

**IRI:** https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R7r0TvVRRmeI8IQTxKXeEwe

## Labels

**Alternative Labels:**

- Bail Agent
- Surety Guarantor

## Definition

A Bail Bondsman is a licensed professional who provides bail money for a fee, typically a percentage of the bail amount, to defendants who cannot afford to make bail themselves. The bondsman ensures the court of the defendant's appearance and may be liable for the full bail amount if the defendant fails to appear for their court date.

## Sub Class Of

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RCEDL3kMYgjFUEOhOyGp3IE

## See Also

- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/R9mf4jHGk1EcEkyTBhfv6Zw
- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/RB0NTk0Fdnf8pBJPUc9Yrw
- https://folio.openlegalstandard.org/Rte2A8gY3vh8lVIpY5myli

**Deprecated:** False