What is another word for bailsman?
Pronunciation: [bˈe͡ɪlsmən] (IPA) 
A bailsman is someone who provides bail for an accused person. Some synonyms for this word include bail agent, surety, guarantor, and co-signer. A bail agent is someone who is authorized to provide surety bonds to people who have been arrested and need to be released on bail. A surety is a person who agrees to be responsible for someone else's debt or obligation, and a guarantor is someone who agrees to take responsibility for another's debts or obligations if they cannot pay them. A co-signer is someone who signs a legal document with another person, agreeing to take equal responsibility for any debt or financial obligation. These synonyms are often used interchangeably in legal and financial contexts.
