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		Definition: Surety Surety This is a promise by someone (not the defendant) to pay money if the defendant does not attend court or does not follow their bail conditions. Being a surety for somebody is a very serious responsibility.   This publication has been produced with the financial assistance of the Law and Justice Foundation of NSW. The Foundation seeks to advance the fairness and equity of the justice system and to improve access to justice, especially for socially and economically disadvantaged people. http://www.lawfoundation.net.au Disclaimer: any opinions expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Law and Justice Foundation's Board of Governors.