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  • What is bail enforcement agent?
    A bail enforcement agent, some times referred to as "bounty hunter" are individuals in the United States, who aprehend an estimated 30,000 bail jumpers per year.
  • How does Bail Enforcement Agent (BEA) differ from a police officer?
    In the United States, an 1872 U.S. Supreme Court case (Taylor v. Taintor) gives bail enforcement agents nearly limitless authority in their duties (while recoverying a fugitive). Unlike a police officer, a bail enforcement agent can enter private property without a warrant. Agents are limited to recoverying fugitives who have "skipped bail" (failed to appear in court).
  • How many bail enforcement agents are there?
    An estimated 8,000 bail enforcement agents (BEA), they account for 30,000 to 40,000 arrests each year — all at no cost to taxpayers.
  • How much can a bail enforcement agent earn?
    Typically you are compensated at a rate of 10% of the Bond involved. For example if you are involved in the apprehension of a fugitive with a $30,000 bond, you would be paid $3,000.00. Often there is additional payment for expenses, prisoner transport etc. There are also minimum charges for small Bonds. Keep in mind that only the capable and effective B.E.A.s are given the large Bonds which is why it is very important you obtain the necessary skills to become this type of Agent. This is the what our training is about.
  • Where does a bail enforcement agent find work?
    This is a self-employed trade by nature, however, we will teach and assist you in securing employment and becoming active in the trade. Our reputation and web presence generate inquiries from Bond companies from around the country asking for referrals to Alumni Agents. And we do have many graduates active in the industry.
  • What is the cost ( price) of these courses?
    The cost of each course varies by course, go to Courses and Select application, then choose your course to see each inidivudal costs.
  • Are they're any laws governing bail enforcement agents?
    Besides the federal law, several states have placed additional restrictions on bail agents. In California, bail enforcement agents must undergo a background check and two weeks of training, and in Texas, they are prohibited from carrying firearms. Other states require bail agents to wear clothing identifying them as such. For More State laws go here.
  • How old do you have to be ? 18 .
  • I do not live nearby from your training location, can I take several courses in one day?
    Yes, we may be able to accomodate special requests. Many of our students who are not geographically close, are able to arrange custom schedules to coincide with their travel plans. Give us a call, to determine if we can alter our schedule to suit your commuting needs.
  • What is skip tracing?
    Skiptracing is the use of electronic databases to track down people. Key users of skiptracing are debt collection agencies seeking debtors who have skipped out. Bounty hunters and private investigators also make use of skiptracing. The growth of the internet has made available many online resources for skiptracing which raise privacy issues.
  • What is Process serving?
    In the United States, legal procedure requires that each party in a case should be justly notified if any actions are to be taken against them in a court of law, or justly notified when there are actions to be taken in court regarding their case. This is part of The Due Process of Law. There are many rules regarding the method by which the parties are notified. You should consult the Rules and Regulations, and Procedures in your state for details.
    When someone is sued, he or she has the constitutional right to be notified. How else can that person justly defend him or herself? In most states, civil defendants are notified by being served with a Complaint and some form of a Summons, which requires that person to present his or her defense in a court of law. If they do not respond they may lose their case by default. And, in most states this Complaint & Summons has to be delivered or served to the defendant IN PERSON (process server).
  • Duties of a Bail Bondsman... A professional agent for an insurance company who specializes in providing bail bonds for people charged with crimes and awaiting trial in order to have them released. The offices of a bail bondsman (or woman) are usually found close to the local courthouse and jail, his/her advertising is found in the yellow pages, and some make "house calls" to the jail or hand out cards in court. Bail bondsmen usually charge the suspect a fee of 10 percent of the amount of the bond. If a bail bondsman has reason to believe a person he bailed out is about to flee, he may revoke the bond and surrender his client to jail. We offer bail bondsman training
Another part of your bail enforcement training will show you the proper handcuffing and restraing procedures.
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