California legal term
Bail in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Bail” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the California criminal code.
What does “Bail” mean in California criminal law?
“Bail” means a bail agent, bail permittee, or bail solicitor licensed by the Department of Insurance pursuant to Section 1802, 1802.5, or 1803 of the Insurance Code. (Cal. Penal Code § 1299.01)
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