One of the most important aspects of bail bonds is to follow the terms and conditions set forth in the bail contract. Such conditions can comprise of a variety of obligations, but most often, mandate the duty of making sure the defendant: a) appears for all scheduled court hearings, b) refrains from committing crimes, c) pays the bail premium in full, and d) refrains from leaving the city or state. Most of these conditions are standard, however, the stipulation of travel may differ from person to person.

The type of bail bond you’re out on (Federal or State), combined with many other factors, will determine whether or not you will be allowed to travel out of the state when out on bond. And if you are allowed to travel, there could also be restrictions on where and how far you can go. Continue reading to learn whether or not you are allowed to travel after being released from jail on a bail bond.

Traveling Restrictions for Bail Bonds

Every case is different, and the law can be complex at times. So before you make any travel plans, it is vital to contact your bail bondsman to ask them directly about your individual travel restrictions, if any. This is the best way to determine if you are legally allowed to travel to your desired destination. Most often, traveling out of the city is not a problem, especially if you are out on a state bail bond. In fact, most people can travel out of state (so long as it national) if they are out on state bond. But they may be required to ask their bail bondsman permission first. On the other hand, if a person is out on a federal bail bond, they will most likely be ordered to remain in the state, and even the city.

Always talk to your bail bondsman BEFORE making any travel plans.

Consequences of Disobeying Terms of Agreement

In the case that you are not allowed to travel outside of the city or state, but you do so anyway, you can risk having your bail bond revoked. When this happens, an arrest warrant is issued for your detainment, giving all law enforcement orders to arrest you on the spot at any time. A judge will then set additional court hearings, press additional charges, order you to pay more fines, and even order you to additional penalties, including jail time. For these reasons and more, it is best to avoid breaking any rules or requirements of your court orders and your bail bond contract.

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