1. What are the qualifications for becoming a bail bond agent?
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Can never have been convicted of a felony or moral turpitude.
- Must have lived in the area for 1 year or more.
- Must have dependable transportation.
- Must have the flexibility to respond to the jail promptly.
- Must complete all licensing requirements.
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2. What is the pay?
- Payment is based on commission.
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3. What is a bail bondsman?
- A bonding agent working for a bonding company, financially guaranteeing to the court that the defendant will appear in each and every court appearance as the court directs.
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4. What are a bail bondsman's responsibilities?
- To collect all premiums charged to the defendant for bail bond service.
- To obtain proper collateral to secure the bail bond(s).
- To ensure that defendant attends all court appearances.
- To trace defendants who fail to appear in court and surrender them to the proper court.
- To complete all paperwork correctly and forward to the corporate office each week.
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