recognizance /rɪˈkɒɡnɪzəns/

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  N-UNCOUNT In law, if someone who is due to stand trial is released on their own recognizance, they promise to return to the court at a particular time. 保证书 [美国英语]

  例：

  Emery was released on his own recognizance and will make a court appearance next week.

  埃默里在签署保证书后被释放，他将在下周再度回到法庭。