Send a comment on this item to LII: Send a comment on this item to LII staff, who on weekdays will usually reply within 24 hours. Bail: Getting Out of Jail After an Arrest This article describes the procedures related to bail, "cash or a cash equivalent that an arrested person gives to a court to ensure that he will appear in court when ordered to do so." Describes how bail is set, how bail is posted, and the circumstances under which someone may be released "on their own recognizance." From Nolo, a California publisher of legal self-help books. http://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/article-30225.html Asterisk * indicates required field. Your Name Your Email Address * We will not sell or provide your email address to anyone else. Comment * Enter the verification code as it is shown in the box below. This helps prevent automated submissions. *