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How Are Bail Bond Costs Calculated? To obtain a bail bond, defendants should expect to pay a minimum of 10% and a maximum of 20% of the full bail amount. The bond amount in North Carolina can reach up to 15%. So, if your bail set is $10,000, you have to pay $1,500 in bail bonds to your agent.

You pay a set amount and as long as you show up to your court date you'll get some of that money back (excluding court fees). Property bonds are usually reserved for very high bail amounts and other special cases. The property must be located in North Carolina and the equity must be equal or greater to the bail amount.

In North Carolina, bail can take various forms: Secured Bail. The defendant can pay the full bail amount in cash or property directly to the court. ... Unsecured Bail. The defendant doesn't have to pay the bail upfront but is liable for the full amount if they fail to appear in court. Surety Bond. ... Written Promise to Appear.

The most common type of bond is a secured bond. You would pay the amount of bail set in cash, through a bonding company, or through the use of collateral like real estate. Cash bond. You are required to pay the amount of the bond in cash if the magistrate sets a cash bond.

Here are the three main steps that you need to complete: Apply For Your Bond. To get started, you simply need to complete our online application. ... Get a Bond Rate. Once you've applied for your bond, we will contact you to offer you a free quote on your bond. ... Buy Your Bond.

How does bail bonds work in North Carolina? A defendant's bail amount is set after arraignment. A North Carolina bail bondsman posts the bond once the 15% premium is paid by the defendant or co-signor. If the defendant doesn't appear in court the co-signor is 100% liable to the bondsman.