News — BailWatcher

If someone you care about has been arrested, you may be hearing the word bail for the first time. Here is a plain-English walkthrough of wha...

From arrest to release, here is a plain-language guide to commercial bail bonds in Alabama, including typical costs, how to find a licensed ...

Licensing requirements vary by state, but the path follows a predictable pattern. Here is what aspiring bail agents need to know about educa...

A large share of working bail agents are within a decade of retirement, and most have no plan for what happens to the book when they step ba...

The cosigner who guarantees a bond carries real legal and financial exposure. Setting that expectation up front prevents the worst surprises...

A new survey of working bail agents puts the health of the industry right in the middle, and names the one thing agents want most from their...

A bill that would have forced refunds of bail premiums was beaten back by a coalition of sureties, agents, state associations, and prosecuto...

A record turnout of surety professionals held more than 155 meetings with lawmakers, pressing a simple point: bonding saves taxpayers money....