A person charged with a crime is entitled to be released on bail pending trial in most cases. Bail is security given for the release of a jailed person which guarantees his attendance at all required court appearances. A person charged with an offense has a right to be admitted to bail in all cases except where the evidence of guilt is strong that he committed: A capital offense, A felony while he was free on bail awaiting trial on a previous felony, A felony while he was on probation or parole for a felony.
