Rhode Island courts use a few different forms of release. The lightest is personal recognizance, often called PR, where you are released on your written promise to appear and no money is required up front. A step up is surety or secured bail, where a dollar amount is set and secured by money or property, and a bail bond company may post it for a fee. Some cases involve cash bail, where the full amount must be paid to the court and is returned at the end of the case if you meet your obligations. Along with any of these, the court can add conditions such as no contact with an alleged victim, electronic monitoring, or check-ins. Which form applies depends on the charge, your record, and the court's judgment about your likelihood of returning.
