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AO 100A

Bail Information Sheet

Federal · United States Courts · Effective January 1, 2009

This form is a Bail Information Sheet used to collect personal details about a defendant. It asks for information like the defendant's name, address, employment details, and contacts who can be reached while the case is pending.

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used in the United States District Court for criminal cases. The text notes that it may only be filed in court if it is redacted or under seal.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This is a Bail Information Sheet used to gather personal details about a defendant in a criminal case.
Who fills out this form?
The form has sections for the defendant to fill out, as well as sections for the defendant's attorney and the AUSA.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect January 1, 2009.

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