out on bail

Idioms

Released from custody on the basis of bail being posted, as in The lawyer promised to get him out on bail. This expression alludes to a payment made to the court as surety that the accused will appear for trial.

Example Sentences

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They slapped her with a disorderly conduct charge and let her out on bail.

From Slate • May 4, 2026

The teen, who is studying in Singapore and is out on bail, was charged last Friday over the straw stunt.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

Yadav, who was the state's chief minister in the past, is currently out on bail after being convicted in corruption cases.

From BBC • Nov. 13, 2025

Department of Justice, which reported in 2009 that the vast majority of defendants, whether out on bail or released on their own recognizance, show up for court dates.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 28, 2025

It took two hours to get Christopher out on bail.

From "Okay for Now" by Gary D. Schmidt

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