jump bail

Example Sentences

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Asked if she feared repercussions for her family in Hong Kong, she stressed that she had made the decision to jump bail by herself and would not comment further for reasons of "security".

From BBC • Dec. 7, 2023

Prosecutors said that during their detention the Taylors had expressed remorse and that the pair had been misled to believe helping someone jump bail was not illegal in Japan.

From Washington Times • Jun. 14, 2021

So, for example, you cannot jump bail but have your lawyer ask the court to dismiss the case against you.

From Slate • Jun. 6, 2019

Formally known as bail-bond recovery agents, bounty hunters frequently carry firearms and have the right to forcibly enter homes and apprehend people who jump bail.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 11, 2019

They’ll be at work again—or else they’ll all jump bail and so keep from betraying the Black Star’s secrets.

From The Black Star A Detective Story by McCulley, Johnston