Wichita Bail Bonds Blog

A $100,000 bond refers to the full bail amount set by the court. This amount serves as a guarantee that the defendant will return for all required court dates. The way the bond is paid—and how much you actually pay, depends on how you choose to post bail.

Option 1 – Pay the Full $100,000 in Cash

If you choose to post the full cash bond, you must pay $100,000 to the court. This money is held until the case concludes. If the defendant attends all court dates and follows all release conditions, the money is typically refunded (minus any court fees or fines).

• Full amount required – $100,000
• Refundable – Yes, if all terms are met
• Risk –  Forfeiture if the defendant misses court

Option 2 – Use a Bail Bondsman

Most people can’t afford to pay $100,000 in cash, so they hire a licensed bail bondsman. The bondsman charges a fee, usually 10% of the bond amount, to post the full bail with the court.

• Typical cost,  $10,000 (10% of $100,000)
• Non-refundable,  The $10,000 fee is kept by the bondsman
• Collateral may be required,  Such as property or other assets

What Happens After Posting Bond?

Once the bond is posted, the defendant is released from jail while awaiting trial. But if they fail to appear in court or violate release terms…

• The bond may be revoked
• The full $100,000 becomes due if the bondsman posted it
• The co-signer may be responsible for the total amount

A $100,000 bond is a serious legal and financial obligation. You can either pay the full amount in cash and possibly get it back, or work with a bail bondsman and pay a 10% fee (usually $10,000), which you won’t get refunded. Regardless of how the bond is paid, the defendant must follow all court requirements or risk losing the bond and facing further consequences.