Appearance Bond (Defendant)

APPEARANCE BOND. The form from the United States District Court for the Southern District of California is used to document the bond agreement between a defendant and the court. By signing this form, the defendant and any sureties agree to pay a specified amount to the United States if the defendant fails to appear in court as required. The bond conditions include appearing in court as ordered, not leaving the state or jurisdiction without permission, and complying with any pretrial release conditions. If the defendant adheres to these conditions, the bond is void. If not, the bond amount becomes payable, and the court may declare forfeiture. The form also outlines potential penalties for violating the bond conditions, including arrest, detention, fines, and additional imprisonment for offenses committed while on pretrial release. The defendant acknowledges understanding these terms by signing the form. www.FormsWorkflow.com