Which statement accurately contrasts cash bonds and surety bonds?

• A. A cash bond is posted by the bondsman; a surety bond is posted by the defendant.
• B. A cash bond requires a premium paid to the court.
• C. A surety bond is posted by the defendant; cash bond uses a bondsman.
• D. A cash bond is posted directly by the defendant; a surety bond uses a bondsman who posts the amount and charges a premium.

Answer: (D)