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Terms Used In Florida Statutes 903.17

  • 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.
  • bond: include any and all forms of pretrial release. See Florida Statutes 903.011
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.
When bail other than a deposit of money or bonds has been given, the defendant or the surety may deposit money or bonds as provided in s. 903.16 and have the original bond canceled.