Can I contact the alleged victim after posting an assault bond?

No, if the court issued a no-contact order, which is common in assault cases. That bar covers calls, texts, social media, and messages through another person. Contact violates the order under Virginia Code Section 18.2-60.4, a separate charge that can revoke the bond and lead to a new arrest.

What happens if a release condition is violated?

A violation can trigger a new criminal charge, bond revocation that returns the defendant to jail, and bond forfeiture, in which the court claims the full bail amount. Conditions like no-contact, stay-away, and firearm surrender are court orders that a bail bond does not override.

Does a bail bond remove the release conditions?

No. A bail bond is the financial guarantee that the defendant appears in court, while the conditions are separate behavioral rules the court imposes. Both must be kept for the bond to stay in good standing. Apex Bail Bonds explains every condition before the bond is posted.

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