what’s the logic behind bailing someone out? How does it work?

Question

So for example, a guy murders people, gets arrested and a bail is set for 5 million dollars. Does the guy walk off if the bail is paid? plz 🙂

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Answer 1

The bail is not returned if the accused does not show up for trial. So it’s a monetary (or property) promise that you’ll show up for trial. An incentive not to jump bail, if you will.