A Bond is a document with which one party promises to pay another within a specified amount of time. The term "demand" means that the principal plus any interest is due on demand by the bondholder rather than on a specific date. Bonds are used for many things, including borrowing money or guaranteeing payment of money. A bond can be given to secure performance of particular obligations, including the payment of money, or for purposes of indemnification. The validity of a "private" bond, payable upon demand, is determined by the same principles applicable to contracts generally. The purpose of the bond must not be contrary to public policy; it must be supported by a valuable consideration; and there must be a clear designation of the obligor and the obligee. A bond procured through fraud or duress may be unenforceable, but mistake on the part of the obligor as to the contents of a bond, or its legal effect, is not a defense to enforcement of the bond.
Degree of Offense, In-State Bond, Out-of-State Bond. Any questions please call, .The following schedule is established as a general rule for circuit, district, and municipal courts in setting bail for persons charged with bailable offenses. Most Maryland court forms and brochures are available in this index. Administration is the process where the Surrogate's Court officially gives out Letters of Administration to a qualified distributee (heir) of the Decedent. Most forms used in the District Court are contained in this index. Posting bail allows the defendant to go back to his or her normal life until the case is finished. The Judge decides the amount of bail. The court has standardized paperwork and procedures for dealing with each step. The forms are available at the clerk's office at any District Court location.