What does a bail enforcer do?

Bail bond enforcers — also known as fugitive recovery agents or bounty hunters — are tasked with tracking down and detaining fugitives who have skipped out on their bail. Aspiring bail bond enforcers must meet strict requirements and follow applicable state and federal laws when entering the profession.

Do bounty hunters still exist?

Bounty hunters today, in most states, are licensed and/or registered professionals who play an important role in the bail bond business and therefore in the nation’s criminal justice system. Their role is closely monitored by state insurance departments and other licensing authorities.

Is a bail enforcement agent real?

If you have signed a bail bond contract or are about to sign one, you might be wondering if bail enforcement agents are actually real. The answer is, “Yes, they are.” Bail enforcement agents work closely with bail bond agents to make sure that defendants appear in court for their scheduled hearings.

How long is bounty hunter training?

A 40-Hour power of arrest course certified by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training. A 20-Hour (minimum) pre-licensing bail education course approved by the Department of Insurance.

Can bounty hunters kick your door in?

As a general rule, they can enter the fugitive’s property, but not anyone else’s. They must be physically aware, by sight or sound, that the fugitive is within the home, and that entering the home will not endanger anyone inside.

Do bounty hunters make good money?

In return for their services, bounty hunters typically receive anywhere from 10 percent to 20 percent of the total bail bond. An experienced bounty hunter who works 80 to 150 cases a year can earn anywhere from $50,000 to $80,000 annually.

How can a bounty hunter find you?

Usually they start by searching through databases of addresses, phone numbers, license plate numbers and Social Security numbers to find the fugitive’s last whereabouts. Once they hit the streets, bounty hunters stake out the fugitive’s address or frequent haunts.