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WSR 05-04-105
[ Filed February 2, 2005, 9:47 a.m. ]
Preproposal statement of inquiry was filed as WSR 04-08-077.
Title of Rule and Other Identifying Information: Chapter 18.185 RCW; chapter 308-19 WAC, Bail bond agents and bail bond recovery agents.
Hearing Location(s): Department of Licensing, Conference Room 209, 405 Black Lake Boulevard, Olympia, WA 98507, on March 22, 2005, at 10:00 a.m.
Date of Intended Adoption: March 25, 2005.
Submit Written Comments to: Mary Haglund, Program Manager, 405 Black Lake Boulevard, Olympia, WA 98507, e-mail mhaglund@dol.wa.gov, fax (360) 664-6624, by March 18, 2005.
Assistance for Persons with Disabilities: Contact Mary Haglund, Program Manager, by March 18, 2005, TTY (360) 664-8885 or (360) 664-6624.
Purpose of the Proposal and Its Anticipated Effects, Including Any Changes in Existing Rules: The rule establishes licensing procedures and minimum training and testing requirements for becoming licensed as a bail bond recovery agent. The rule also changes the expiration date for bail bond agency licenses to expire one year from the date of issuance replacing the current language that all bail bond agency licenses expire on December 31 of each year. Also, the rule contains revisions that are solely for the purpose of making the rule easier to read and understand.
Reasons Supporting Proposal: Legislation passed in the 2004 legislative session requires that the Department of Licensing establish licensing procedures and minimum training and testing requirements to regulate bail bond recovery agents and bail bond agents that perform the duties of a bail bond recovery agent.
Name of Agency Personnel Responsible for Drafting, Implementation and Enforcement: Mary Haglund, 405 Black Lake Boulevard, Olympia, WA 98507, (360) 664-6624.
No small business economic impact statement has been prepared under chapter 19.85 RCW. Chapter 19.85 RCW does not apply to Department of Licensing.
A cost-benefit analysis is not required under RCW 34.05.328. RCW 34.05.328 does not apply to Department of Licensing.
OTS-7761.3
WAC 308-19-010 Promulgation -- Authority. The director of the department of licensing, state of Washington, pursuant to the authority vested in the director by chapter 18.185 RCW, does hereby promulgate the following rules and regulations relating to the licensing of bail bond agencies and bail bond agents and bail bond recovery agents.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-010, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-010, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-020 Organization. The department of licensing administers the Washington bail bond license law, chapter 18.185 RCW. Submissions and requests for information regarding bail bond agency licenses and bail bond agent and bail bond recovery agent licenses may be sent in writing to the Bail Bond Program, Business and Professions Division, Department of Licensing, P.O. Box 9649, Olympia, Washington 98507-9649.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-020, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-020, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-030 Definitions. (1) Words and terms used in these rules shall have the same meaning as each has under chapter 18.185 RCW unless otherwise clearly provided in these rules, or the context in which they are used in these rules clearly indicates that they be given some other meaning. Also see RCW 18.185.010 for other definitions.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-030, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-030, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-100 ((How do I apply)) Applying for a bail bond agent license((?)). ((An applicant for a bail bond agent license must first meet the requirements stated in the bail bond agents law, RCW 18.185.020.)) After the applicant meets the requirements of RCW 18.185.020 he/she shall:
(2) Inform the department if he/she has an insurance surety license and with what company he ((or))/ she is affiliated.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-100, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-100, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-101 Applying for a bail bond recovery agent license or endorsement to a bail bond agent license. An applicant for a bail bond recovery agent license endorsement must first meet the requirements stated in the bail bond agents law, RCW 18.185.020, and be in good standing with the department. The following materials must be submitted by all applicants for a bail bond recovery agent license or endorsement:
(1) A bail bond recovery agent license or endorsement application completed in full;
(2) Proof that the applicant directly submitted the completed fingerprint card and fees to the Washington state patrol;
(3) A copy of high school diploma or GED or proof of three years experience in the bail industry;
(4) If applicant is retired or separated from a local or state police department, or a branch of the armed forces trained to carry out the duties of a peace officer within the last six years, submit proof to the department describing length of service, duties and date of retirement or separation or;
if applicant is not retired or separated from a local or state police department, or a branch of the armed forces trained to carry out the duties of a peace officer within the last six years, the applicant must submit a certificate or transcript showing the applicant has completed a course consisting of not less than four hours of study which includes the following:
(a) Civil and criminal law:
(iii) Procedures for exoneration and surrendering defendants into custody;
(iv) Civil liability;
(v) Civil rights of persons who are detained in custody. The knowledge in law may be accomplished through self-study. Self-study applicants must submit a written statement attesting to their knowledge in the subjects as stated in this section.
(b) Procedures for field operations, including, but not limited to:
(i) Use of force and degrees of force;
(iv) Custody and transportation of prisoners including persons who are mentally ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs;
(vi) Power of arrest;
(vii) Contracts;
(viii) Powers of a bail bond recovery agent;
(c) The basic principles of identifying and locating defendants. Public records and confidentially; surveillance.
(5) Proof of firearm training or applicants who carry a firearm while engaging in the business of bail bond recovery agent, or while traveling to or from such business must provide proof of firearm certification issued by the criminal justice training commission.
(6) Proof of training certification in the following tools: Taser X/M26, baton either expandable, straight stick, or side handle, and oleo capsicum resin sprays or foams rated at 100,000 to 2,000,000 Scoville Heat Units.
(7) Return completed applications to:
(8) Pay a fee or fees as listed in WAC 308-19-130.
(9) After the department receives the completed application and fees, a notification regarding examination dates and times will be mailed to the address of the applicant by the department.
WAC 308-19-102 Submitting fingerprint cards to the Washington state patrol for a criminal history background check. Every applicant for a bail bond recovery agent license or endorsement shall have a fingerprint criminal history background check conducted.
(1) The department shall provide fingerprint cards to all applicants.
(2) Applicants shall be fingerprinted by a law enforcement agency on a fingerprint card provided by the department and pay any fees required by the law enforcement agency providing the fingerprinting service.
(3) Applicants shall submit the completed fingerprint card to the Washington state patrol with the appropriate fees charged under WAC 446-20-600, Fees. Checks or money orders made payable to the Washington state patrol, identification and criminal history section, shall be mailed with the fingerprint card to P.O. Box 42633, Olympia, Washington 98504-2633.
(4) Results of the background checks will be sent directly to the department.
(5) If the fingerprint card is rejected by Washington state patrol or the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the applicant will be notified by the department that the applicant must be reprinted and resubmit the fingerprint card to the Washington state patrol with the rejected cards and the attached reject slip.
WAC 308-19-105 ((How do I apply)) Applying for a bail bond agency license((?)). To qualify for a bail bond agency license ((you must)) the applicant shall:
(((1) Meet and)) Complete the requirements of the bail bond agent license and; ((prove your))
((If you)) (b) Applicants who do not have the required work experience ((you must)) shall train and pass an examination ((that shall follow the training and examination requirements)) as stated under Part D, WAC 308-19-300.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-105, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00.]
WAC 308-19-107 ((What are the requirements and)) Responsibilities of the qualified agent((?)). The qualified agent shall be responsible for all transactions, recordkeeping, and the employees of each office he or she is licensed as the qualified agent.
((If the agency or branch agency is to be a corporate surety or property agency, the agency, or branch agency qualified agent shall disclose the surety(s) name, address, the attorney in fact, and in whose name the build-up fund is in.
If an agency changes or takes another corporate surety, the director shall be advised immediately by the qualified agent.
If the agency provides security in the form of real property, the qualified agent shall advise the director of the names of the court(s) that have given approval for the placing of property bonds.
If the applicant for qualified agent represents a corporation, he or she shall furnish a copy of the articles of incorporation, and a list of officers and directors and their addresses to the director.
If the applicant for a qualified agent represents a foreign corporation, he or she shall furnish a copy of its articles of incorporation, and a list of its officers and directors and their addresses to the director.
If the applicant is a partnership or limited partnership, each partner shall apply, qualify and furnish their addresses to the director.
When an agency license is issued to a sole proprietorship, the owner shall act as the qualified agent of the agency without the payment of additional license fees.
When a license is issued to a partnership the principal partner shall act as the qualified agent of the agency without the payment of additional license fees.)) Under 18.185.010(5), a qualified agent is "an owner, sole proprietor, partner, manager, officer, or chief operating officer of a corporation who meets the requirements set forth in this chapter for obtaining a bail bond agency license." The qualified agent essentially serves as "manager" of the bail bond agency, and is responsible for all bail bond transactions conducted by the bail bond agents employed by the agency. See RCW 18.185.100 (qualified agent shall keep required records and ensure safekeeping of collateral or security); RCW 18.185.220 (every branch office must have a qualified agent serving as manager);
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-107, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00.]
WAC 308-19-110 ((How do I apply)) Applying for a bail bond agency branch office license((?)). A licensed bail bond agency may establish a branch office by meeting the following requirements.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-110, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-110, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 93-21-053, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93)
WAC 308-19-120 Bail bond recovery agent, bail bond agency, branch office and agent license applications -- Conditions. Any person desiring to obtain a bail bond recovery agent, bail bond agency, bail bond branch office or bail bond agent license shall make application on a form prescribed by the director and pay a fee as prescribed by WAC 308-19-130.
[Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-120, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 02-07-067, filed 3/18/02, effective 7/1/02)
License renewal 800.00
Late renewal with penalty 1,000.00
((Certification of records 25.00))
Original license 400.00
Change of qualified agent 200.00
Original endorsement to the bail bond agent license 50.00
Endorsement renewal 65.00
Endorsement renewal with penalty 100.00
Original license 300.00
License renewal 350.00
Late renewal with penalty 450.00
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086 and chapter 18.185 RCW. 02-07-067, § 308-19-130, filed 3/18/02, effective 7/1/02. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-130, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 04-01-021, filed 12/8/03, effective 1/12/04)
WAC 308-19-140 ((When will my license expire and how do I renew my license?)) Renewal and expiration of licenses and endorsements. (1) Licenses and endorsements issued to bail bond agents, bail bond agencies, branch offices, or bail bond recovery agents expire one year from the date of issue.
(2) ((Licenses issued to bail bond agencies expire on December 31 each year.)) Licenses and endorsements must be renewed each year on or before the date ((established herein)) of expiration and a renewal ((license)) fee as prescribed by the director in WAC 308-19-130 must be paid.
(4) A license or endorsement shall be ((cancelled)) canceled if an application for a renewal of that license or endorsement is not received by the director within one year from the date of expiration. A person may obtain a new license or endorsement by satisfying the procedures and qualifications for licensing, including the successful completion of any current examination and education requirements.
(5) No bail bond agent, bail bond recovery agent or bail bond agency shall engage in the sale or issuance of bail bonds or perform the duties of a bail bond recovery agent if their license has expired.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 04-01-021, § 308-19-140, filed 12/8/03, effective 1/12/04; 00-01-061, § 308-19-140, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-140, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-150 ((What happens to my agent license when I leave the bail bond agency I work for?)) Cancellation of employment. (1) A person licensed as a bail bond agent may perform duties and activities as licensed only under the direction and supervision of a licensed qualified agent and as a representative of a bail bond agency.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-150, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-150, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-160 ((What happens to my bail bond agent license when I am not working?)) Inactive licenses. (1) Any license issued under chapter 18.185 RCW, and not otherwise revoked or suspended shall be deemed "inactive" at any time it is delivered to the director. Until reissued, the holder of an inactive license shall be deemed to be unlicensed.
(3) An inactive license may not be renewed. The inactive license will be ((cancelled)) canceled if not activated by the expiration date. To obtain a new license the person must satisfy the procedures and qualifications for initial licensing, including the successful completion of any examination and education requirements.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-160, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-160, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-200 ((Where do I keep the agency and agent licenses for my bail bond business?)) Location of license documents. Licenses and endorsements of all bail bond agency and bail bond agents shall be kept in the office located at the address appearing on the license.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-200, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-200, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-210 ((What do I need to do if I move my business?)) Change of address. The qualified agent of a bail bond agency shall notify the department of any change of location and mailing address of the agency office within ten working days by filing a completed change of address form approved or provided by the department.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-210, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-210, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-220 ((What are my)) Responsibilities as a licensee in addition to the other obligations and responsibilities outlined in chapter 18.185 RCW and chapter 308-19 WAC((?)). It is the responsibility of each and every licensee to obtain a copy of and be knowledgeable of and keep current with the rules implementing chapter 18.185 RCW.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-220, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-220, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-230 ((What if my bail bond agency or a bail bond agent is the subject of a)) Criminal complaint or action((?)). Every licensee shall notify in writing, within twenty days after service or knowledge thereof, the office of the bail bond program, business and professions division, department of licensing of any criminal complaint, information, indictment, or conviction (including a plea of guilty or nolo contendere) in which the licensee is named as a defendant.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-230, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-230, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-240 ((What records are a)) Bail bond agency and branch office required ((to keep?)) records. The following requirements and prohibitions apply to all records and documents required to be maintained by chapter 18.185 RCW, or in these rules:
(g) All ((cancelled)) canceled checks;
(m) Records of exoneration of all bail bond transactions which include: (i) Court, citation or case number (ii) date of issuance of the bail (iii) the defendant's name, address and telephone number (iv) amount of the bond (vi) name of the court (vii) date of exoneration of the bond.
[Statutory Authority: RCW 43.24.086 and chapter 18.185 RCW. 02-07-067, § 308-19-240, filed 3/18/02, effective 7/1/02. Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-240, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-240, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-250 ((Is a bail bond agency subject to)) Bail bond agency audits and inspections((?)). All records required to be maintained by a qualified agent of a bail bond agency by chapter 18.185 RCW, or these rules, together with any other business or other types of records of a licensee which may be related to the bail bond activity, together with any personal property which may be the subject of, or related to, a bail bond business transaction shall be subject to inspection and audit at any reasonable time, with or without notice upon demand by the department of licensing, for the purposes of determining compliance or noncompliance with the provisions of chapter 18.185 RCW, and these rules.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-250, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-250, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-300 ((What are the)) Prelicense training and examination requirements for bail bond agents, bail bond agency, and qualified bail bond agent license applicants((?)). (1) The training and examination requirements for bail bond agent license applicants under RCW 18.185.060, shall include, at a minimum:
(a) Four hours of training in the following subjects:
(i) Bail bond licensing laws;
(ii) Court procedures relating to bail bonds;
(iii) Criminal procedure, Title 10 RCW;
(iv) Contracts and bail bond agreements;
(v) Preparation of promissory notes, mortgages, deeds of trust, assignments and other documents affecting property;
(vi) Care and storage of personal property;
(vii) Forfeiture of collateral, judgements and collection;
(viii) Washington Insurance Code, Title 48 RCW;
(ix) Laws relating to notary publics, chapter 42.44 RCW;
(x) Contact with clients, courts and law enforcement;
(xi) Sexual harassment.
(b) A licensed qualified agent shall certify on each bail bond agent's license application that the training required in this section has been completed.
(2) The examination requirement for bail bond agency or qualified bail bond agent license applicants under RCW 18.185.030 (1)(a), shall include, as a minimum:
(a) All of the subjects as listed in subsection (1)(a) of this section; and
(3) The examination for bail bond agency or qualified bail bond agent license applicants shall consist of a minimum of fifty questions covering the subjects listed above in subsection (2)(a) and (b) of this section. A score of eighty-five percent must be achieved in order to pass the examination. Applicants who fail to achieve an eighty-five percent score will be required to wait a minimum of fourteen days before reexamination.
(4) The director will certify training and examination programs for bail bond qualified agents and bail bond agents license applications.
(5) Every bail bond agent shall present to the director a letter stating training they have received while working as a trainee for an agency, including the name of the principal instructor before the director issues the person a bail bond license. This letter shall be signed by the qualified agent and shall also include a statement that the qualified agent is aware that they are taking responsibility for the agent.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-300, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: 1993 c 260 § 13. 93-21-053, § 308-19-300, filed 10/18/93, effective 11/18/93.]
WAC 308-19-305 Minimum prelicense training requirements and exceptions for bail bond recovery agents. (1) Applicants for a license or an endorsement as a bail bond recovery agent must complete not less than four hours of a course of self-study, training and/or certification in the following subjects, except as otherwise provided in this section.
(i) Training in use of force and degrees of force, including verbal, Taser X/M26, baton either expandable, straight stick, or side handle, and oleo capsicum resin sprays or foams rated at 100,000 to 2,000,000 Scoville Heat Units.
(ii) Certification in the following defensive tools, Taser X/M26, baton either expandable, straight stick, or side handle, and oleo capsicum resin sprays or foams rated at 100,000 to 2,000,000 Scoville Heat Units within twelve months of applying for a license or endorsement;
(iii) Safety techniques;
(iv) Entering and searching buildings;
(v) The custody and transportation of prisoners including persons who are violent, emotionally disturbed or under the influence of alcohol, or drugs;
(vi) Defensive tactics;
(vii) Application of restraints/handcuffing procedures;
(viii) All applicants shall obtain firearm training from an approved trainer, or applicants intending to carry a firearm as a bail bond recovery agent shall obtain and keep current firearm certification from the criminal justice training commission.
(3) Applicants may submit proof of previously meeting prelicense training requirements in procedures for field operations in subsection (1) of this section between May 1, 2005, and July 1, 2005. The purpose of this rule is to allow applicants advance notice whether or not the applicant will be required to take additional training before the license requirements are in effect on January 1, 2006. The proof must be submitted in writing and include: The applicant's name, address and telephone number, the name, address, and telephone number of the training facility attended, a copy of the training curriculum which the applicant received training in, including the number of hours devoted to each topic, and documentation of certification of training accomplishments related to the training requirements set forth in subsection (1) of this section. The department will issue written notification to the applicant, stating acceptance of the prelicense training received, or a written notification and explanation for the department's denial of the prelicense training received.
(4) The training the applicant receives should prepare the applicant to achieve a passing score on the written examination administered under chapter 18.185 RCW.
WAC 308-19-310 Prelicense examination requirements for bail bond recovery agents. Each applicant for a bail bond recovery agent license or endorsement shall pass an examination demonstrating their knowledge and proficiency in all of the training requirements set forth in WAC 308-19-305. The examination shall consist of fifty questions. Applicants shall correctly answer thirty-five examination questions to pass the examination. Applicants who fail to achieve a passing score will be required to wait a minimum of seven days before reexamination and pay the required reexamination fee.
WAC 308-19-315 Study guide for the prelicense bail bond recovery agent examination. All of the information listed below can be found on the internet. Public libraries offer free access to the use of the internet. Applicants may also access this study guide on the department's internet website and will link directly to the study resource material.
WAC 308-19-320 Minimum education requirements for bail bond recovery agents. All applicants for a bail bond recovery agent license or endorsement shall have a minimum of a high school education or GED or a minimum of three years of full-time, verifiable experience in the bail bond industry.
WAC 308-19-400 ((What is a)) Brief adjudicative proceeding((?)). The director adopts RCW 34.05.482 through 34.05.494 for the administration of brief adjudicative proceedings conducted by request, and/or at the discretion of the director pursuant to RCW 34.05.482, for the categories of matters set forth below. Brief adjudicative proceedings will be limited to a determination of one or more of the following issues:
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-400, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: RCW 34.05.410 (1)(a) and 34.05.482 (1)(c). 97-10-047, § 308-19-400, filed 5/1/97, effective 6/1/97.]
WAC 308-19-410 ((What)) Records ((are)) used in a brief adjudicative proceeding((?)). (1) The preliminary record with respect to an application for an original or renewal license or for approval of an education course or curriculum shall consist of:
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-410, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: RCW 34.05.410 (1)(a) and 34.05.482 (1)(c). 97-10-047, § 308-19-410, filed 5/1/97, effective 6/1/97.]
WAC 308-19-420 ((How is)) Conducting a brief adjudicative proceeding ((conducted?)). (1) Brief adjudicative proceedings shall be conducted by a presiding officer for brief adjudicative proceedings designated by the director. The presiding officer for brief adjudicative proceedings shall not have personally participated in the decision, which resulted in the request for a brief adjudicative proceeding.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-420, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00. Statutory Authority: RCW 34.05.410 (1)(a) and 34.05.482 (1)(c). 97-10-047, § 308-19-420, filed 5/1/97, effective 6/1/97.]
WAC 308-19-430 False or misleading advertising. (((1) The department has authority to discipline bail bonds agents for advertising that is false, fraudulent or misleading, RCW 18.185.110(5). Every advertisement by a licensee that solicits or advertises business shall contain the name of the business exactly as stated on the bail bond agency license, the physical address of the business as stated on the bail bond agency license and, the bail bond agency license number. For purposes of providing the business name and telephone number only, single line telephone directory listings are not required to include the license number.
(2) No bail bond agency shall use fictitious names in any advertising, or telephone directory.)) (1) Every advertisement by a licensee that solicits or advertises business shall contain the name of the business exactly as stated on the bail bond agency license, and the physical address of the business as stated on the bail bond agency license, and the bail bond agency license number. A licensed bail bond agency may advertise under a registered trade name of the licensee provided that the registered trade name is stated exactly as documented with the state of Washington master license service. Licensees under this chapter must notify the department in writing, of any registered trade names intended for use in future advertising.
[Statutory Authority: Chapter 18.185 RCW. 00-01-061, § 308-19-430, filed 12/13/99, effective 1/13/00.]
WAC 308-19-445 Contract requirements between the bail bond agent and the bail bond recovery agent. The purpose of the contract as required in RCW 18.185.270 is to provide information to the public and law enforcement officers to clarify authority and to identify the parties involved during the act of locating and apprehending a fugitive. The contract is to administrate the transfer of information regarding the identity of the fugitive.
WAC 308-19-450 Planned forced entry -- Procedure requirements. When the apprehension of a fugitive defendant meets the definition of RCW 18.185.010(12) Planned forced entry, the bail bond recovery agent shall follow the procedure requirements in RCW 18.185.300.
In addition to the minimum notification requirements of RCW 18.185.300, the notification to law enforcement must provide any prior known risk factors of which the bail bond recovery agent is aware including knowledge regarding any warrants.
WAC 308-19-455 Bail bond recovery agent badge. The approved badge for bail bond recovery agents is a round gold star burst with a round blue ribbon with gold letters stating bail bond recovery agent. The center of the badge displays a picture of the liberty bell and lady justice. If the license number is attached beneath the badge, the department issued license number shall be used.
WAC 308-19-460 Firearms certification procedure through criminal justice training commission. Individuals licensed as a bail bond recovery agent who carry a firearm while performing the duties of a bail bond recovery agent shall be required to successfully complete a prescribed course of instruction from a certified instructor of the Washington State Criminal Justice Training Commission located at 19010 1st Avenue South, Burien, Washington 98140 - Telephone: 206-835-7300.