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October 31, 2023In what situations can a bond for good behavior be issued?
Here are some examples of when a bond for good behavior can be issued:
- a crime has occurred, but the victim is reluctant to pursue criminal prosecution;
- probable cause exists for cross-warrants against both parties;
- probable cause exists for the crime of terroristic threats but there is no corroboration that would be required for a conviction;
- stalking of a former domestic partner is combined with a history of past violence;
- the seriousness of the criminal conduct does not yet warrant prosecution, but some action is needed to prevent escalation;
- there has been harassment or harassing phone calls; and
- there has been physical or verbal contact of an insulting nature.1
1 See, for example, Carroll County’s website
