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Terms Used In Missouri Laws 545.530

  • 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.
  • Indictment: The formal charge issued by a grand jury stating that there is enough evidence that the defendant committed the crime to justify having a trial; it is used primarily for felonies.

Such recognizance may be taken by the court or judge making the order, or by any court or officer authorized by law to let to bail after indictment, and when taken out of the court in which the cause is pending, shall be filed with the clerk thereof.