bounty bond companies

Bounty bond companies provide a guarantee to the court that a defendant released on bond will appear for their scheduled court hearings. If the defendant fails to show up, the bounty bond company is responsible for paying the full amount of the bond, then typically seeks reimbursement from the defendant. They often work through bail bondsmen, who post the bond on behalf of the defendant for a fee—usually around 10% of the bond amount. These companies help ensure court appearances while offering defendants an alternative to paying the full bond amount upfront.