Asked 1/20/2016 – Linden, TX

Answer

Yes. The purpose of bond is to allow an individual who has been arrested but not convicted of an offense to be released from jail, yet assuring his/her return to court as directed. One of the conditions of any bond is to appear in court as directed. A failure to appear in court will cause the bond to be forfeited and a warrant to issue, just as if a person committed a new offense while out on bond. The Judge can reset the new bond at the court’s discretion. I do not know the reason why the court date was missed, and it is POSSIBLE that the bond can be reduced after a hearing, but requesting a bond reduction may not be a wise use of time and energy. If the defendant is in jail, an attorney should be appointed to represent him/her. Contact that attorney to discuss the matter.