You must pay the full bail amount to bond someone out of jail or hire a bail bondsman to provide a surety bond. The exact process may vary depending on the specific jurisdiction and case circumstances.

To bond someone out of jail, you will typically need to follow these steps:

1. Determine the bail amount: The first step is to determine the bail amount set for the defendant. This information can be obtained by contacting the jail or court where the defendant is being held.
2. Contact a bail bondsman: If you cannot afford to pay the full amount, you can contact a bail bondsman to post a bail bond on your behalf. The bail bondsman will charge a non-refundable fee (usually around 10% of the total bail amount) to provide this service.
3. Provide collateral: In some cases, the bail bondsman may require you to provide collateral, such as property or assets, to secure the bond.
4. Sign the bail bond agreement: Once the fee has been paid and any collateral has been provided, you will be required to sign a contract agreeing to the terms of the bail bond agreement.
5. The bail bondsman posts the bond: The bail bondsman will then post the full bail amount with the court, allowing the defendant to be released from jail.
6. The defendant attends all court hearings: It’s important to remember that the defendant is responsible for attending all required court hearings while they are out on bail. If the defendant fails to attend a court hearing or otherwise violates the terms of their bail, the bail bondsman may be required to take steps to locate the defendant and bring them back to court.
7. The bail is refunded: If the defendant attends all required court hearings and complies with the terms of their bail, the bail money will be returned at the end of the trial, and the bail bondsman will keep the non-refundable fee as their profit.

Overall, bonding someone out of jail can be a complex and potentially expensive process. Consider the terms of the bail bond agreement carefully and to understand the potential risks and consequences before entering into a bail bond agreement.