Undertaking By Personal Sureties

Judicial Council of California · Civil

Verified current as of August 1, 2026

This form allows someone to post a bond using personal guarantors instead of money or a professional bail company to secure their release from jail while their case is pending. Defendants use it to get out of custody before trial, and the personal sureties (usually friends or family) agree to pay a set amount if the defendant fails to appear in court.