Will I Get My Premium Back From My Bail Bondman?

 Answer: That’s a great question — one that we hear often as a bondsmen, both from our clients and others.

First, you should be aware that in California the bail industry is regulated by the California Department of Insurance.  Other states have different regulatory bodies, but all states that offer bail have regulation. In California, by law, you do not get the bail premium back after the case is complete. In order to get bail money back after trial, you need to give the full bail amount to the court.