New York State Private Investigator Practice Exam

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What does the term "jump bail" refer to?

  1. Failure to serve a sentence

  2. Failure to provide evidence in court

  3. Failure to make appearance in court according to bail terms

  4. Failure to pay court fees

The correct answer is: Failure to make appearance in court according to bail terms

The term "jump bail" specifically refers to the act of a defendant failing to appear in court as required by the conditions of their bail agreement. When a person is released from custody after posting bail, they agree to return to court at scheduled dates. If they do not show up for their court appearance without a valid reason, they are said to have "jumped bail." This can lead to serious legal consequences, including the forfeiture of the bail amount and the issuance of a bench warrant for their arrest. The other options do not accurately describe the concept of jumping bail. Not serving a sentence pertains to a different legal violation, while failure to provide evidence relates to a different aspect of court processes. Additionally, failing to pay court fees is a separate issue that does not necessarily involve the defendant's court appearances. Thus, the correct answer captures the essence of the term and its implications in the legal system.