California legal term
Depositor of bail in California Criminal Law
Current through 2026 California legislative session
In California criminal law, “Depositor of 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 “Depositor of bail” mean in California criminal law?
“Depositor of bail” means a person who or entity that has deposited money or bonds to secure the release of a person charged with a crime or offense. (Cal. Penal Code § 1299.01)
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