Synonyms of recognizance

recognizance

noun

as in bail

law a legal promise made by someone before a court of law that must be kept to avoid being punished

After his arraignment, the suspect was released on his own recognizance.

Related Words

• bail
• bond
• pledge
• security
• guaranty
• oath
• guarantee
• gage
• surety
• deposit
• pawn
• down payment
• earnest
• warranty
• contract
• assurance
• handsel
• commitment
• covenant
• word
• compact
• troth

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of recognizance

But prior to the implementation of the new law, defendants accused of such offenses were often granted release through a proportional bail amount, or even a personal recognizance bond, which meant no upfront money was required for release. — Dan Petrella, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2026

She was released on her own recognizance and is scheduled to appear in court in August. — Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 16 July 2026

Superior Court Judge Carmen McLean released Hearn on his own recognizance. — Gary Grumbach, NBC news, 9 July 2026

They were released on their own recognizance Monday, court records show. — Jazmin Alvarado, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026