If you paid the total amount of your bail directly to the court, you should be able to get your bail money back at the end of your trial, as long as you have complied with all of the court’s requirements and attended all necessary court appearances. However, getting your bail money back can vary depending on the jurisdiction and the specific court where your case was heard.

In general, you may need to fill out a form or petition with the court, provide documentation to prove your identity and wait for the court to process your request. This can take several weeks or even months, depending on the backlog of cases and the court system’s efficiency.

If you use a bail bondsman to pay your bail, you cannot get your money back directly from the court. Instead, you will need to work with the bail bondsman to determine what portion of the bail money you are entitled to receive back. This will depend on the terms of the contract you signed with the bail bondsman, which may include fees and interest charges.