What Is a Surety Bond?
A surety bond is a three-party agreement between:
- The Principal — the defendant who needs to be released from custody
- The Obligee — the court or government entity requiring the bond
- The Surety — the bail bond company (us) that guarantees the defendant's appearance
When you cannot afford the full bail amount set by the court, a surety bond allows a licensed bail bondsman to post the full bail on your behalf in exchange for a refundable premium (typically 10% of the total bail amount).