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INDEMNITOR co-signer bAPPLICATIONb FOR BAIL BOND 2025

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The document is an Indemnitor Application and Agreement between the Indemnitor and Bankers Insurance Company (Surety) for the issuance of a bail bond for a Defendant. It outlines the Indemnitor's personal information, financial details, and responsibilities, including indemnifying the Surety against any losses related to the bond. The agreement also includes provisions regarding collateral, legal rights, and obligations of both parties, as well as warnings about fraudulent claims.

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What are the risks of cosigning a bond?

Risks of Being a Cosigner The cosigner may lose their collateral and be required to pay the full bail amount, leading to severe financial hardship. Strained Relationships: Cosigning a bail bond can put a strain on personal relationships, especially if the defendant fails to meet their obligations.

Can a cosigner remove themselves from a bond?

In California, the law allows co-signers to take their name off your bond and withdraw from the bail bond agreement. Unfortunately, this action can have severe consequences, which we discuss below. Co-signers may take their name off your bond for various reasons.

What is the Indemnitor on a bond?

An Indemnitor or co-signer is responsible for signing a bail agreement/contract, and qualifying for the bond on behalf of the defendant or the person in jail custody.

Do you need a co-signer for a bail bond?

A co-signer is required during the process of bail to guarantee that the defendant (your relative or friend), will attend their scheduled court date and pay fines when summoned to do so.

How does a cosigner work on a bond?

Co-signing a bail bond means that a person signs a promissory note or an indemnity agreement financially obligating themselves to pay the full amount of the bond if the accused person does not appear in court.

What are the risks of signing a bond?

Unless you are exceptionally wealthy, forfeited bail is costly. Bail bond agents may demand you repay the full sum, which could be upwards of $100,000 in some cases. You also risk damaging your relationship with the defendant. If you co-sign their bail bond and they abscond, you could lose them as a part of your life.

What rights does a cosigner have on a bail bond?

A co-signer does have certain rights. If the he or she believes that the accused will not appear in court, he or she can contact the bondsman and request that the bond be withdrawn. The bondsman will then have the accused picked up and returned to jail.

What is the indemnity agreement for a bail bond?

In the surety bond context, an indemnity agreement holds the bondholder liable for compensating the surety. Indemnitors agree to hold harmless and indemnify the surety from financial loss caused by failure to perform of the principal.

INDEMNITOR co-signer bAPPLICATIONb FOR BAIL BOND 2025

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