Which statement describes where a cash bond is deposited?

• A. It is deposited with the custodian of the funds of the court
• B. It remains with the peace officer until the case is resolved
• C. It is deposited with the defendant
• D. It is kept in the officer's personal funds

Answer: (A)

Cash bonds are kept in the court’s custody. When someone posts a cash bond, the money is deposited with the custodian of the court’s funds (often the clerk or a designated court financial officer) rather than being kept by a peace officer, given directly to the defendant, or kept in the officer’s personal funds. This ensures proper accountability and a clear path for return or forfeiture: if the case resolves and the defendant fulfills all conditions, the cash is returned; if the defendant fails to appear, the bond can be forfeited to the court.