release on recognizance

release on recognizance. The pretrial release of an arrested person who promises, usu. in writing but without supplying a surety or posting bond, to appear for trial at a later date. — Abbr. ROR. — Also termed release on own recognizance. See RECOGNIZANCE. [Cases: Bail 40. C.J.S. Bail; Release and Detention Pending Proceedings§ 8.]

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