swahili [noun]

Amana ya mahakama

Maana (Definition)

Money or security pledged to a court to guarantee the appearance of an accused person.

Tafsiri ya Kiingereza (English):

court bail deposit / judicial security bond

Sheng / Standard Equivalent:

dhamana ya mahakama

Asili na Utamaduni (Origin & Etymology): Swahili Legal Term

Mfano wa Sentensi (Example Sentence):

"Mshtakiwa alilipa amana ya mahakama akaachiliwa."

Translation: The accused paid the court bail deposit and was released.

Maneno Yanayohusiana (Related Terms):

Cheo ni dhamana Amana