What may happen if a defendant is re-arrested on a new charge while on bail?

When a defendant is re-arrested on a new charge while out on bail, the potential consequence of revocation of the existing bond is significant. In many jurisdictions, including Florida, when a defendant is granted bail, they are required to adhere to specific conditions, one of which is to refrain from engaging in criminal activity. Being re-arrested on a new charge indicates a violation of those conditions.

As a result, the bail bondsman or the court may choose to revoke the existing bond because the defendant has demonstrated an inability or unwillingness to comply with the terms of release. This revocation not only affects the current case but may also lead to additional consequences, such as the defendant being held without bail on the new charges or facing stricter conditions if they are granted the opportunity for bail again.

The other options do not accurately reflect the legal implications of re-arrest while on bail. An automatic extension of the bond does not occur, and the assertion that new charges cannot affect the existing bond is misleading, as they directly do impact the overall situation. Lastly, while a defendant may have rights to appeal a conviction or a court decision, appealing newly filed charges does not relate to the immediate implications of being re-arrested while on bail.