People v. V. C. Van Pool Bail Bonds

Opinion

JOHNSON, J.

Appellant, V. C. Van Pool Bail Bonds, appeals from an order setting aside a forfeiture of bail upon payment of $196 costs. Van Pool contends the cost assessment was arbitrary and capricious and therefore not a “just” condition within the meaning of Penal Code section 1305, subdivision (a) ([fl] 2). Van Pool also argues the cost assessment violated the equal protection clause of the California Constitution, article I, section ?. We affirm the order.

Facts and Proceedings Below

Van Pool furnished a bail bond in the sum of $1,000 to secure the appearance of defendant Messier on a…