Bureau of Criminal Identification
Utah Bail Enforcement Licensing
Upcoming Changes Regarding Bail Enforcement Licensure
Some dramatic changes are coming to the Utah Bail Enforcement program. There is a perception that law enforcement and the community may not fully understand the bail enforcement industry. One reason is that there has never been any formal training (class room or firearms) other than the initial 16 hours mandated by Utah statute. This will be changing as of January 1, 2009. This requirement change will give bail enforcement more notoriety along with making sure everyone in the profession is working on the same level. Please see the links on the right side of this page for more information.
WHERE TO APPLY
Bureau of Criminal Identification
3888 West 5400 South
Salt Lake City UT 84118
WHO MAY APPLY
You may apply for a bail enforcement license if you are:
- at least 21 years of age, and
- a citizen or legal resident of the United States, and
- of good moral character
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the Bail Enforcement License Application by typing or clearly printing in ink. (Application requires Adobe Reader. To download the FREE Adobe Reader, click here.) Attach all documentation required as outlined in the instructions. Every application must be signed and notarized prior to being submitted.
COST TO APPLY
- An application fee of $250 for a Bail Enforcement Agency.
- An application fee of $150 for a Bail Recovery Agent or Bail Recovery Apprentice.
TRAINING
Every applicant will be required to complete the bail enforcement training course. A copy of your course completion certificate must accompany this application. If you intend to carry a firearm while acting as a Bail Enforcement Agent/Apprentice you must possess a valid Utah concealed firearm permit and complete an additional firearms training course approved by the Department of Public Safety.
Currently, the Utah Bail Bond Recovery Licensure Board has authorized only two organizations to offer the Bail Enforcement Training Course. They are:
| Salt Lake Community College | 801-957-3930 |
| Fox Force | 801-487-3699 |
| Nighthawk Fugitive Recovery | 801-631-1596 |
DOCUMENTATION OF YOUR EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bail Enforcement Agent
The applicant must submit documentation showing at least 2,000 hours of bail enforcement/recovery experience.
Bail Recovery Agent
The applicant must submit documentation showing at least 1,000 hours of bail enforcement/recovery experience. A bail recovery agent may work as an employee of or as an independent contractor with a bail enforcement agency. A bail recovery agent may not directly provide services for members of the public. The applicant must provide an original signed letter from the bail bond company who intends to employ or contract with the applicant.
Bail Recovery Apprentice
An applicant who does not meet the experience requirements listed above may apply for a bail recovery apprentice license. A bail recovery apprentice must work under the direct supervision of a bail enforcement agent or bail recovery agent. The applicant must have a signed letter from the bail recovery agent who will provide the direct supervision. A bail recovery apprentice may not directly provide services for members of the public.
Surety Bond
All renewal and upgrade licensees are required to have and maintain a “Bail Enforcement” surety bond in the amount of $10,000.
WORKERS COMPENSATION INSURANCE
If you are a bail enforcement agent who will employ a bail recovery agent or bail recovery apprentice, a current copy of your workers compensation insurance must accompany this application and the applications of your employees. This provision will not apply if the bail recovery agent or bail recovery apprentice is an independent contractor.
For more information about the qualifications for becoming a Bail Bondsman, see the Application for Bail Enforcement License. (Application requires Adobe Reader. Click here to download the FREE Adobe Reader if you do not already have it on your PC.)
For more information, contact the Bureau of Criminal Identification at 801-965-4485.
Updated November 3, 2009