Bail Fugitive Recovery Agent Reform Act.
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
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Overview
This bill, the Bail Fugitive Recovery Agent Reform Act, aims to strengthen regulations surrounding bail agent and bail fugitive recovery agent licensing in California. It requires these agents to maintain specific liability insurance coverage, file detailed records with the Insurance Commissioner, and adhere to stricter operational guidelines, including notification requirements for apprehension attempts and limitations on certain activities like threatening legal action or loitering. The bill also introduces requirements for applicant and licensee background checks, including residency and prior criminal history, and clarifies the process for obtaining and maintaining licenses.
Key provisions
- Requires bail fugitive recovery agents to maintain a specific liability insurance policy with minimum coverage limits.
- Mandates the filing of detailed records with the Insurance Commissioner regarding insurance policies and agent activities.
- Introduces requirements for applicant and licensee background checks, including residency and criminal history.
- Establishes notification requirements for attempting to apprehend bail fugitives, including notifying local law enforcement.
- Prohibits certain activities by bail fugitive recovery agents, such as threatening legal action and loitering.
- Requires bail fugitive recovery agents to affix their license number to business cards and other documents.
- Updates the requirements for notices of appointment filed by surety insurers.
- Adds requirements for applicant and licensee notification of prior peace officer certifications.
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