Who is a bail agent?

A bail agent is a private businessperson, who is licensed by the N.C. Department of Insurance for the purpose of posting bail for individuals in jail.

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What is a bail bond?

A bail bond is the legal instrument or contract which releases an individual from custody. The bail bond also ties contractually, the state, the bail agent and the defendant together.

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How does a bail agent get paid?

A bail agent is paid a regulated fee that does not exceed a 15 percent maximum by the individual or someone on his behalf.

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Do I get the premium or bond fee back?

The only money returned is collateral when required by the bail agent in certain cases.

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How will I know when my case is over and my liability ends?

Your liability ends when a final disposition is entered by the state and no appeal is pending.

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When is collateral required?

Collateral may be required when someone has few ties if any to the area which he is required to appear in court, or has a past record of missing court.

 

When is the collateral returned?

After the bail agent has received written notification from the court that the case is over and the bond is no longer in effect.