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Which of the following best describes the role of a bail bondsman?
Which of the following best describes the role of a bail bondsman?
- A contract involving the accused, a government, and an insurance company.
- A person employed by a bail bondsman to assist in apprehending and/or surrendering a defendant in court.
- The defendant who is being released from custody on bond.
- Assumes technical responsibility of an accused party after the placement of bail by the defendant. (correct)
What are the qualifications for becoming a licensed bail bondsman in Florida?
What are the qualifications for becoming a licensed bail bondsman in Florida?
- Be at least 18 years of age and have an active place of business in the state accessible to the public.
- Be of high character and approved integrity and file with the Insurance Commissioner a sworn financial statement.
- Have been a resident of Florida for a minimum of one year and submit fingerprints.
- Complete certain training course or experience requirements and submit recommendations of three licensed bondsmen. (correct)
What happens if a defendant fails to appear after being released on bond?
What happens if a defendant fails to appear after being released on bond?
- The bond is forfeited and the bondsman can then arrest the non-appearing party. (correct)
- The defendant is released from custody and the bond is returned to the accused.
- The bondsman is held responsible for the defendant's absence.
- The accused is required to pay a higher bond amount.
According to the text, what potential civil liability could a bondsman and police officer face if the authorization to arrest is not properly endorsed on a certified copy of the bond?
According to the text, what potential civil liability could a bondsman and police officer face if the authorization to arrest is not properly endorsed on a certified copy of the bond?
According to the text, what action should an officer take if a bondsman abuses their authority during an arrest and injures someone?
According to the text, what action should an officer take if a bondsman abuses their authority during an arrest and injures someone?
According to the text, what could be considered if a bondsman has no authority to arrest?
According to the text, what could be considered if a bondsman has no authority to arrest?
According to the text, what should officers do if they respond to a disturbance involving the apprehension of a bond principal prior to forfeiture?
According to the text, what should officers do if they respond to a disturbance involving the apprehension of a bond principal prior to forfeiture?
According to the text, what is the authority of a bail bondsman to effect an arrest?
According to the text, what is the authority of a bail bondsman to effect an arrest?
According to the text, what is the responsibility of a police officer when dealing with a bondsman or runner?
According to the text, what is the responsibility of a police officer when dealing with a bondsman or runner?
According to the text, what is the obligation of the accused in a bond agreement?
According to the text, what is the obligation of the accused in a bond agreement?
According to the text, what is the authority of a bail bondsman to pursue the principal if he/she attempts to flee?
According to the text, what is the authority of a bail bondsman to pursue the principal if he/she attempts to flee?
