If you paid a bail bondsmen to bail you out any money you paid he or she is there fee and you will not receive a refund of any kind.
If you or someone or a friend paid the entire bail, once the case is over the court exonerates the bail. Exoneration takes place in several ways:
1. The case is concluded;
-You plead guilty, were found guilty, were found innocent or entered a plea deal.
2. The Court orders you into Penal Code 1000 (drug diversion program);
3. The Court declares you incompetent to stand trial;
4. You are committed into custody following an adverse verdict.
If you posted cash bail and suffer a conviction that includes a fine and/or restitution your bail will be applied towards those penalties.
If you or a loved one were charged with a criminal offense and would like a free and confidential consultation with an experienced attorney, please contact our office at (619)258-8888.
