Introduction
WAC 308‑19‑330 mandates annual continued education requirements and recertification protocols for licensed bail bond recovery agents in Washington State. The rule ensures ongoing competence and accountability in the field under RCW 18.185 regulatory authority.
📘 What WAC 308‑19‑330 Requires
Annual Training Hours
Effective July 1, 2009, licensed bail recovery agents must complete at least eight hours of training annually in topics directly related to bail recovery operations. This training is mandatory for license renewal eligibilitywarules.elaws.us+11Washington State Legislature+11LawFiles+11.
Weapons Recertification
Agents who carry firearms or other weapons in the course of their duties must undergo annual recertification for those instruments. Notably, these recertification hours do not count toward the eight-hour training requirementLawFiles+3Washington State Legislature+3LawFiles+3.
Attestation & Recordkeeping
By renewing their license, each agent affirms—via license application—that they have met these requirements. Agents must retain documentation of completed training and make it available upon request by the Department of Licensing for no less than three years Washington State Legislature+6Washington State Legislature+6LawFiles+6.
⚖️ Purpose & Legal Context
WAC 308‑19‑330 aligns with state oversight goals, bolstering professionalism and public safety in bail bond recovery services. By requiring annual training suited to operational realities, the rule ensures practitioners maintain current knowledge of legal, ethical, and procedural developments. It also reinforces regulatory compliance under RCW 18.185 licensing standards.
🧾 Guidance for Bail Recovery Agents & Employers
Training Documentation
Keep detailed records of completed training courses, including provider names, hours, and content summaries. Logs should be retained at least three years.
Separating Training from Recertification
Ensure firearms or weapons recertification is documented independently and counted separately from the annual training requirement.
Licensing Renewal Checklist
Ensure that renewal forms include a checklist or declaration confirming that both training and, if applicable, recertification have been completed before submission.
Compliance Tips
- Choose training programs from approved or credible providers.
- Record all participation and obtain certificates or confirmations.
- Understand that missing either requirement could lead to denial or delay in license renewal.
Call to Action
Contact Blanford Law at ken@blanfordlaw.com or 253‑720‑9304 for guidance on compliance with WAC 308‑19‑330, training documentation, recertification procedures, or related licensing matters in Washington State.
