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What Happens When Someone Revokes Your Bond?

What Happens When Someone Revokes Your Bond?

What Happens When Someone Revokes Your Bond?

When a bond is revoked, the defendant loses their bail privileges and is usually taken back into custody. This can happen for several reasons and has serious consequences.

What Causes a Bond Revocation?

  • Missing a Court Date – Failure to appear in court can lead to an immediate bond revocation.
  • Violating Bail Conditions – Breaking travel restrictions, no-contact orders, or drug testing rules can result in revocation.
  • Bail Bondsman Withdrawal – A bail bondsman can revoke a bond if they believe the defendant is a flight risk or not following bail terms.
  • New Criminal Charges – Getting arrested for another crime while out on bail often results in bond revocation.
  • Co-Signer Requests Cancellation – If a co-signer no longer wants to be responsible for the bond, the bondsman may revoke it.

What Happens After a Bond is Revoked?

  • Warrant for Arrest – If not already in custody, the court issues a warrant for the defendant’s arrest.
  • Return to Jail – The defendant is taken back to jail and must wait for a new bail hearing.
  • Loss of Bail Money
    • If you paid cash bail, it may be forfeited to the court.
    • If you used a bail bondsman, the 10% fee is non-refundable.
  • Possibility of a New Bond – The judge may:
    • Deny bail entirely (for serious violations).
    • Set a higher bail amount with stricter conditions.

Bottom Line

When a bond is revoked, the defendant returns to jail, may lose bail money, and could face a higher or denied bail in the future. If your bond is at risk, consulting an attorney may help prevent revocation.

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