Bail is money paid to the court to ensure a defendant appears for trial. If the defendant appears as required, the bail is refunded. If they do not appear, the court keeps the bail. Bail may be paid in cash or through a bail bond guarantee. Not all defendants are eligible for bail, such as for heinous crimes or flight risks. The judge sets the bail amount based on pre-set schedules or case-by-case. Bail must not be excessive under the 8th Amendment. Affordably Easy Bail Bonds can help post bail and get defendants out of jail prior to trial.