ROR (Release on Recognizance)

Release on Recognizance (ROR) refers to a legal arrangement where a defendant is released from jail without having to post bail, based on their promise to return for future court appearances. This option is usually granted to individuals deemed low-risk, meaning they are not likely to flee or commit further crimes. ROR allows defendants to remain free while awaiting trial, which helps reduce overcrowding in jails and supports the principle that individuals are innocent until proven guilty. It recognizes the importance of personal responsibility in the legal process.