If the defendant deposits money as provided by section 2713.09 of the Revised Code, on notice such as is required for giving and justifying it, bail may be given and justified any time before judgment. Thereupon the court in which the action is brought, on being satisfied that bail has been given and adjudged sufficient, shall direct that the money deposited be refunded to the defendant, and it must be refunded accordingly.

Terms Used In Ohio Code 2713.24

  • 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.
  • Defendant: In a civil suit, the person complained against; in a criminal case, the person accused of the crime.