Nevada Revised Statutes 179.213 – Forfeiture of bail
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If the prisoner is admitted to bail, and fails to appear and surrender according to the conditions of the prisoner’s bond, the judge, or magistrate by proper order, shall declare the bond forfeited and order the prisoner’s immediate arrest without warrant if the prisoner is within this state. Recovery may be had on such bond in the name of the State as in the case of other bonds given by the accused in criminal proceedings within this state.
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 179.213
- Arrest: Taking physical custody of a person by lawful authority.
- 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.