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The  cost is  usually 10 percent of the total bail amount. This fee is non-refundable  due to the fact that the  bondsman  thinks the risk that the  accused  will certainly not  show up in court.  In many cases, the  bondsman  might  additionally  need additional cash  security as a contingency. This cash is  after that returned to the defendant after the  offender makes a  last court appearance.