Definition of BAILABLE • Law Dictionary • TheLaw.com

Capable of being bailed; admitting of bail; authorizing or requiring bail. A bailable action is one in which the defendant cannot be released from arrest except on furnishing bail. Bailable process is such as requires the officer to take bail, after arresting the defendant. A bailable offense is one for which the prisoner may be admitted to bail.

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