recognizance
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recognizance (plural recognizances)
- (law) a form of bail; a promise made by the accused to the court that he/she will attend all required judicial proceedings and will not engage in further illegal activity or other prohibited conduct as set by the court.
- The defendant was released on his own recognizance.
