Utah Code 77-15-8. Bail exonerated on commitment of defendant

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Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
Trial: A hearing that takes place when the defendant pleads "not guilty" and witnesses are required to come to court to give evidence.

When a defendant awaiting trial is committed to a mental health facility, bail shall be exonerated.