Responsibilities, Eligibility & “Pulling Bail”
A surety must be a responsible adult (18+) who is a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. The court looks for someone who can supervise the accused and call the police if conditions are breached.
Yes, but it complicates things. If you have a record for “administration of justice” offences (e.g., failing to comply, failing to appear), the Crown will likely reject you. We prepare you to answer tough questions about your record.
Only if the accused flees and the Crown applies for “estreatment” (forfeiture). The pledge is usually an amount (e.g., $10,000) named in the recognizance. You don’t hand over the deed, but you promise to pay if things go wrong.
