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Bail Bondsman
License Description A Bail Bondsman investigates arrested persons to determine bondability, interviews bond applicants to ascertain character and financial status, and furnishes bond for prescribed fee upon determining intention of accused to appear in court. A bail bondsman posts and signs bond with court clerk to obtain release of client and forfeits the amount of bond if client fails to appear for trial. A Professional bail bondsmen must be licensed. Requirements: 1) A professional Bail Bondsman acts through authority of a licensed Professional Bail Bond company. 2) Must submit a completed license application. 3) Must submit a completed Company Statement. 4) Must submit a completed Personal Reference form. 5) Must have a Qualifying Power of Attorney issued by the Company. 6) Must have a criminal background check which includes fingerprints. 7) Must complete an 8 hour Bail Bond Agent Pre-licensing Course. 8) Must pass a written examination. Written examination: $25.00, Agent Application fee: $100.00, Agent Transfer fee: $250.00, Additional Bailbondsman fee: $100.00
Licensing Agency
Arkansas Department of Labor and Licensing
Arkansas Professional Bail Bondsman Licensing Board
900 West Capitol, Suite 400
Little Rock, AR 72201
(501) 682 9050
randy.murray@arkansas.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans A temporary license is available to military and spouses until formal license approval
Certification Certification required
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record Felony convictions prohibited
Education No educational requirements
Exam Both state and third-party exams required
License Type Tied to business
License Updated 06/28/2022
Physical Requirements No physical requirements
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