Bail bond recovery agent

Requirements

All bail bond recovery agents must be:

• at least 21 years old.
• a United States citizen or resident alien.

To qualify for a license, you must

• have no criminal convictions that directly relate to your ability to perform the duties of a bail bond recovery agent or hinder public safety.
• have a high school diploma, GED, or proof of 3 years' experience in the bail industry.
• complete the bail bond recovery agent training requirements.
• take and pass an examination covering the training topics. Examinations are scheduled within 3 weeks of receipt of a paid application at the location you choose on the application.

How to apply

When you apply for a bail bond recovery agent license, you must submit the following to the Department of Licensing:

• a completed Bail Bond Recovery Agent License Application.
• the application fee.
• proof of having completed the pre-license training.

You must also submit a fingerprint card and pay the appropriate fee to the Washington State Patrol.