While Real Clear Politics correctly identified Bernie Marcus as the co-founder of Home Depot and Chairman of the Marcus Foundation, many who shared the above-quoted story incorrectly stated that Marcus was the current CEO and President of Home Depot:
This is because when you post bail for someone you are given two options. Either you can pay the fee directly to the court, or you can use a bondsman to pay the fee. Naturally, which option you took is going to sway how and when you get your money back. Find Out The Case Status. You are not going to be able to get your money back until after either the defendant has been acquitted or the charged against them have been dropped. In the event that the individual is found guilty, your bail money will go towards the court fees.
Posted November 9, 2007 9:25pm. If you post a cash bond and comply with the terms of release (including making all your court dates) you get the money back at the end of the case. However, if you go to a bonding company, they will generally charge you 10% of the bond as a fee and you do not get that money back. Ask a similar question.