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recognizance

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A quick definition of recognizance:

Recognizance: A promise made in court by a person to do something or follow certain rules, like showing up for a court date or paying a debt. It can also mean being released from jail without having to pay money, but just promising to come back to court. The person who makes the promise is called the "recognizor" and the person who benefits from the promise is called the "recognizee."

A more thorough explanation:

Definition: Recognizance is a bond or obligation made in court where a person promises to perform a certain act or observe a particular condition. It can be an acknowledgment of an obligation in a penal sum, which is conditioned on the performance or nonperformance of a specific act.

For example, a person who is released on their own recognizance is a criminal defendant who is not jailed but promises to return for a court date. This type of release does not require the person to post money or have a surety sign a bond with the court.

Another example is when a person acknowledges their obligation to keep the peace, be of good behavior, or appear at the assizes. This acknowledgment is made in court and is recorded as a recognizance.

Usage: Recognizance is commonly used in legal proceedings, especially in criminal cases. It is a way for the court to ensure that a person will fulfill their obligations or promises. It can also be used in civil cases where a person promises to pay a debt or fulfill a particular condition.

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