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STATEUtah · May 11, 2026

Regulation of Bail Bond Recovery and Enforcement Agents

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Utah's Administrative Rule R722-310 establishes procedures for licensing bail enforcement agents, bail recovery agents, and bail recovery apprentices, covering application, training, renewal, and disciplinary actions.

The Bottom Line

The rule outlines the requirements for obtaining and maintaining a license as a bail enforcement agent, bail recovery agent, or bail recovery apprentice in Utah, including training, experience, and adherence to conduct standards.

The Case For

  • The rule establishes clear procedures for licensing, ensuring qualified individuals are authorized to perform bail enforcement and recovery.
  • The rule mandates training programs and continuing education, promoting competency and professionalism among licensees.
  • The rule provides a process for disciplinary action against licensees who violate standards, safeguarding the public.

The Case Against

None explicitly stated in the source.

Key Numbers

  • Applicants must complete a 16-hour training program.
  • Bail enforcement agents need 2,000 hours of related experience.
  • Bail recovery agents need 1,000 hours of related experience.
  • Licensees must maintain a $10,000 surety bond.
  • Licensees must complete eight hours of continuing classroom instruction for renewal.

Source Verification

The Department of Public Safety in Utah establishes regulations for bail bond recovery and enforcement agents under Administrative Rule R722-310.

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Utah Administrative Rules
https://rules.utah.gov/publicat/code/r722/r722-310.htm
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Quoted passages this brief is built from (9)
  • "The purpose of the rule is to establish procedures for the licensing of bail enforcement agents, bail recovery agents, and bail recovery apprentices."
    — R722-310-1. Purpose.
  • "An applicant seeking to obtain a license as a bail enforcement agent, bail recovery agent, or a bail recovery apprentice shall submit a completed application packet to the bureau."
    — R722-310-4. Application for Licensure.
  • "The 16-hour training program described in Subsection 53-11-108(4), which is required for licensure, shall be provided by a training program provider approved by the board."
    — R722-310-5. Training Program Requirements.
  • "A licensee seeking to renew a license as a bail enforcement agent, bail recovery agent, or a bail recovery apprentice shall submit a completed renewal packet to the bureau."
    — R722-310-8. Renewal of a License.
  • "The board shall review any investigation presented by the bureau and may take disciplinary action against a licensee in accordance with Section 53-11-119 based on a violation of Section 53-11-119."
    — R722-310-13. Disciplinary Action Against a Licensee.
  • "If the applicant is applying for license as a bail enforcement agent, the applicant must also provide documentation indicating that the applicant has 2,000 hours of experience related to bail bond recovery and enforcement."
    — R722-310-4. Application for Licensure.
  • "If the applicant is applying for license as a bail recovery agent, the applicant shall also provide: (a) documentation indicating that the applicant has 1,000 hours of experience related to bail bond recovery and enforcement"
    — R722-310-4. Application for Licensure.
  • "documentation showing the licensee has a surety bond in amount of $10,000 which meets the requirements described in Subsection 53-11-113(3)."
    — R722-310-4. Application for Licensure.
  • "evidence that the licensee has completed eight hours of continuing classroom instruction required by Subsection 53-11-111(2)"
    — R722-310-8. Renewal of a License.