bailable offense

A criminal charge for which a defendant may be released from custody after providing proper security [misdemeanor theft is a bailable offense]. [Cases: Bail 43. C.J.S. Bail; Release and Detention Pending Proceedings §§ 18–23.]

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词条贡献者

双语律师Wayne，国际知名法学院法律专业，擅长翻译各类与遗产及遗嘱争议相关的法律文件。