What Is A Surety?
A surety is a person that knows the accused personally, is a friend or family member, who agrees to supervise the accused when they are released on bail. The surety must present themselves at court and tell the court that they will be responsible for supervising the accused individual. The role of the surety is to make sure that the accused complies with all of the conditions of their release. They also ensure that the accused stays out of trouble while awaiting trial.
A surety plays an important role during the period in which an individual is released on bail. The job of surety is not to be taken lightly, but should be regarded as important and serious. The primary duties of a surety include making sure the accused attends their court dates and ensuring that the individual complies with all of their bail conditions. Sureties are often required to provide a monetary amount for the release of an individual. Sometimes the court requires a cash deposit, but most often a surety will sign a bond for a certain amount.
A surety should be someone who knows the accused well and is confident that they can adequately supervise the individual. It is important that the surety maintain a close relationship involving frequent updates and visits with the accused to ensure that bail conditions and court dates are being met and attended. If you are in a situation where you require a surety in order to be released on bail, you will likely discuss possible sureties with your lawyer. In the end, the court will decide if a particular person will be able to act as a surety. The court will take into account the details of the case, including the nature of the charges and the accused person’s criminal record. The court will also consider the potential surety’s character and background, as well as their financial situation and the amount of time they have available to supervise the accused.
If you are wondering if you might be eligible for bail or how the process of getting a surety works, contact the lawyers at Auger Hollingsworth to obtain the legal advice you are looking for.
