Minnesota § 629.18 - BOND FORFEITED
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 629.18 — BOND FORFEITED, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 629.18. BOND FORFEITED
If the prisoner is admitted to bail, and fails to appear and surrender according to the conditions of the bond, the judge by proper order shall declare the bond forfeited and order the prisoner's immediate arrest without warrant if the prisoner is within this state. Recovery may be had on the bond in the name of the state as in the case of other bonds given by the accused in criminal proceedings within this state.
History:
(10547-28) 1939 c 240 s 18; 1983 c 359 s 126; 1985 c 265 art 10 s 1; 1986 c 444
Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 629.18
What does Minnesota Statutes § 629.18 cover?
Section 629.18 ("BOND FORFEITED") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Minnesota § 629.18?
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Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
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