State v. Storkamp

OPINION This appeal stems from an order denying the motion of the surety, Bartsh Bail Bonds (Bartsh), for reinstatement, discharge, and refund of a $5,000 forfeited bail bond. The bail bond had been forfeited after the defendant, Andrew Storkamp, willfully failed to appear at two scheduled omnibus hearings. The district court, recognizing the good-faith efforts expended by Bartsh in apprehending Storkamp and the lack of prejudice to the state caused by his absence, nonetheless denied the surety's motion. The court of appeals affirmed, concluding that the district court did not abuse its discretion. We reverse.