How Do You Become A Bail Enforcement Agent?
Working as a bail enforcement agent can be as exciting and rewarding as it is potentially dangerous. With the proper local contacts, bail recovery education and licensing you can be safe, effective and confident. Read on for more information on how to become a bail enforcement agent. Make sure your state has commercial bail. There are a few states such as Illinois, Kentucky, Oregon and Wisconsin that do not allow commercial bail. Other states may allow commercial bail but often have state or county-specific statutes. Make it your business to know the specifics. Network with local law enforcement in your area. Talk with sheriffs, deputies and police officers about the opportunities for local bail enforcers. It pays to know the local criminal defense and prosecuting attorneys as well as judges. Contacts like these will all be instrumental to you in the bail enforcement business. Research. Read up as much as you can on bail law. “Apprehending Bail Fugitives” by L. Scott Harrell and “Bail
