How to Vacate a Bail Bond Forfeiture in California After a Missed Court Date (Penal Code § 1305)
In California, you typically have 180 days (plus up to 5 days for mailing) to set aside a bail bond forfeiture after a missed court date under Penal Code § 1305. Judges may vacate forfeiture when the nonappearance is legally excused or the defendant is returned within the statutory window. This article explains deadlines, qualifying […]