noun
- Plural of bailsman; persons who provide bail or security for the release of an accused person from custody.
Usage: legal term; plural form
Examples
- The bailsmen posted the required amount to secure the defendant's temporary release.
- Multiple bailsmen were needed to cover the high bail amount set by the judge.
- The court required the bailsmen to sign documents guaranteeing the defendant's appearance at trial.
- Bailsmen can face financial penalties if the accused fails to appear in court.