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Today's Terms
Bench Warrant
Definition:
A court order issued for a defendant's arrest if he or she fails to appear for a court preceding other than an arraignment.
Release on Recognizance (ROR)
Definition:
To be released from custody without bail while a case is pending. This is often referred to as parole.
Bond
Definition:
1) A written and sealed obligation, esp. one requiring payment of a stipulated amount of money on or before a given day. 2) A sum of money paid as bail or surety.
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