California Penal Code 875 – If the offense is bailable, and the defendant is admitted to bail, …
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If the offense is bailable, and the defendant is admitted to bail, the following words must be added to the order, “and that he be admitted to bail in the sum of ____ dollars, and is committed to the Sheriff of the County of ____ until he gives such bail.”
(Amended by Code Amendments 1880, Ch. 60.)
Terms Used In California Penal Code 875
- 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.
- county: includes "city and county". See California Penal Code 7
- Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.