What Is RCW 18.185.250 — and Why It Matters
In Washington State law, RCW 18.185.250 sets the eligibility requirements for someone to become a bail bond recovery agent (often informally called a bounty hunter). The statute lays out what...
Understanding RCW 18.185.300: Planned Forced Entry Requirements for Bail Bond Recovery Agents
In Washington State, RCW 18.185.300 provides the legal framework for bail bond recovery agents conducting planned forced entry operations. The law ensures legal compliance and public safety by requiring agents to have reasonable cause before apprehending an individual...
Understanding Bail Bond Recovery Agent Licensing in Washington
The role of a bail bond recovery agent—often referred to as a bounty hunter—is strictly regulated in Washington State. Under RCW 18.185.250, any individual who wishes...
Awareness of Cash-Bail Forfeiture
When a defendant fails to appear in court, the financial stakes can be high — especially when cash bail is involved. In the case of State...
State v. Jeglum (2019): Washington Court Confirms Cash Bail Forfeiture Power After Sentencing
In State v. Jeglum (2019), the Washington Court of Appeals clarified that courts retain discretion to forfeit cash baileven after a defendant reappears and is sentenced, as...
Prelicense Training Requirements: RCW 18.185.260
Introduction Under Washington law, individuals seeking licensure as bail bond recovery agents must complete prescribed training and testing. RCW 18.185.260 sets out the prelicense training requirements, detailing minimum hours,...
Annual Training & Recertification: WAC 308‑19‑330 Explained
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...
Understanding WAC 308‑19‑400: Brief Adjudicative Proceedings
Introduction Under Washington’s administrative regulatory code, WAC 308‑19‑400 governs brief adjudicative proceedings for matters related to bail-bond licensing and regulatory enforcement by the Department of Licensing under Chapter 18.185 RCW....
Minimum Education Requirements under WAC 308‑19‑320
Introduction Washington’s WAC 308‑19‑320 sets the minimum education requirements for individuals applying for a license or endorsement as a bail bond recovery agent under RCW 18.185. This rule ensures candidates meet baseline qualifications before...
Records Used in a Brief Adjudicative Proceeding under WAC 308‑19‑410
Introduction In Washington State, WAC 308‑19‑410 outlines the specific documents and materials that form the preliminary record in brief adjudicative proceedings. These proceedings are administrative hearings conducted by the...