What is an appearance bond?

An appearance bond is a type of bond that is often used in Alaska in order to ensure a person appearing in court does so. If a person is arrested and required to attend court, they may be required to post an appearance bond. This bond is paid to the court and provides assurance that the person will appear in court when required. The amount of the bond is determined by the judge and is usually commensurate with the severity of the alleged offense. For example, a person charged with a felony offense may be required to pay a higher bond amount than someone charged with a misdemeanor. The money is used to cover the costs associated with pursuing the case if the defendant does not show up for court and must be tracked down, arrested, or otherwise compelled to comply with the court’s orders. Once the case is completed, the money posted for an appearance bond is returned to the person who posted it. Typically, the bond must be returned within 30 days of the resolution of the case.

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