Posting a bond with the court is a promise to appear in court.

• A. True
• B. False
• C. It is a promise to plead guilty
• D. It is a promise to pay the bond amount only if convicted

Answer: (A)

When someone is released on bond, the bond serves as a guarantee that they will appear for all scheduled court dates. The person or someone acting on their behalf deposits money, property, or a surety with the court to secure their release. The purpose isn’t to determine guilt or to punish at that moment; it’s to ensure the defendant shows up for hearings. If the person attends every court appearance as required, the bond is typically discharged and any collateral is returned (subject to fees). If they fail to appear, the bond is forfeited, a warrant can be issued for their arrest, and the bond may be kept or collected by the bond issuer. This is why the statement is true: posting bond is fundamentally a promise to appear in court, not a pledge to plead guilty or a payment tied to conviction.