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Yes, a bond can be cancelled under certain conditions. The cancellation of a bond means the agreement between the defendant (or co-signer) and the court or bail bond company is terminated. This can happen voluntarily, through legal action, or by order of the court. Once a bond is cancelled, the defendant is typically taken back into custody unless a new bond is posted.

Reasons a Bond May Be Cancelled

Some situations can lead to a bond being cancelled…

• Violation of bond conditions – If the defendant breaks any terms of release, such as failing to appear in court or contacting a victim, the court can cancel the bond and issue a warrant
• Request by the bail bondsman – A bondsman may cancel the bond if they believe the defendant is a flight risk or no longer trustworthy
• Request by a co-signer – If the person who signed for the bond no longer wants to be responsible, they can ask to revoke it, but the defendant must be returned to custody
• New charges filed – If the defendant is arrested on new charges, the original bond may be cancelled automatically by the court

Process of Bond Cancellation

When a bond is cancelled, the court or bond company must notify the defendant. This is usually followed by one or more of the following steps…

• The court issues a warrant for arrest
• The defendant is surrendered by the bondsman or cosigner
• The original bond agreement is voided
• A new bond may be set or denied by the judge

Sometimes, the court will hold a hearing to decide if the cancellation is justified and what conditions, if any, will apply to a new bond.

Refund After Cancellation

If you paid a cash bond directly to the court and the bond is cancelled without any violations, you may be eligible for a refund after fees are deducted. If you used a bail bondsman, the fee you paid is non-refundable even if the bond is cancelled early. Any collateral used may be returned, provided there were no losses or violations.

What You Should Know

Bond cancellation does not end the criminal case. The defendant still faces charges and court proceedings. It only affects the terms of release from jail. A cancelled bond often makes it harder to get another bond in the future, especially if cancellation was due to violations or missed court dates.

A bond can be cancelled by the court, the bondsman, or even the co-signer under specific circumstances. Once cancelled, the defendant must return to custody unless a new bond is approved. While cash bond refunds may be possible, bondsmen’s fees are not refunded. Follow all conditions and maintain communication with the bondsman or court to avoid unexpected cancellation.