In bail bonds, what does 'dual liability' refer to?

• A. The bondsman is the sole party responsible for repayment of the bond if the defendant fails to appear.
• B. The cosigner has no liability in the bond agreement.
• C. The liability is shared by both the principal and cosigner to satisfy the bond or reimburse the surety.
• D. The court is directly liable to reimburse the surety for losses.

Answer: (C)