Petition For Remission Of Bond Forfeiture {DC-CR 135}

DC-CR-135 - PETITION FOR REMISSION OF BOND FORFEITURE (Criminal Procedure § 5-208). This form is used in the District Court of Maryland by individuals or entities who seek to recover bail money that was forfeited due to a defendant’s failure to appear in court. This form is filed under Criminal Procedure § 5-208 and Maryland Rule 4-217. The petitioner may be a professional bail bondsman, a surety insurer, a bonding company, the defendant, or a person who posted a cash bond without charging a fee. The petition outlines the circumstances of the bond posting, the forfeiture, and any subsequent events, such as the defendant’s return to court or incarceration. The petitioner must explain why the forfeited bond should be remitted, such as if the defendant was returned within the court’s deadline, was already incarcerated at the time of forfeiture, or if there was fraud, mistake, or other irregularity that justifies striking the forfeiture. Supporting documentation may be attached. The court will consider the petition and may deny it, grant remission of the forfeited amount (less any state expenses), or set a hearing. www.FormsWorkflow.com