You may have heard about the recent changes to Tennessee’s bail bondsman laws, which, if you’re like most people, probably means you are wondering what the implications are.
All-n-One Bail Bonds is here to explain this subject in clear, easy-to-understand language.
If you are here and you just want to know more about bail in general, check out our article, “Every Type of Bail Bond – Ask A Bail Bondsman In Memphis Tennessee.” It provides a great overview of different bail bond types in Las Vegas.
Can a Bail Bondsman Enter Your Home?
The Tennessee Code allows bail jumpers to be arrested “at any place in [the] state,” including their residence. This means that bounty hunters can enter your home under certain conditions and may use reasonable force.
Fortunately, there are restrictions to what bounty hunters are allowed to do.
Although bounty hunters have the right to enter your home in certain cases, Tennessee House Bill 1543 also states that bounty hunters are prohibited from entering private property for the purpose of taking a person into custody unless they have the express permission of the private property owner.
Bounty hunters may only enter the property without the property owner’s express permission if a law enforcement officer is present AND there is a search warrant for the private property along with an arrest warrant.
Please also note: There is a difference between a bail bond agent and a bounty hunter. Bail bond agents cannot enter your home. They must hire the services of a licensed bounty hunter.
Talk To A Professional Bail Bond Company
If you find yourself in legal trouble, the best thing to do is make all your court dates. Remember, skipping bail is a crime, and it may result in the doubling of your bail amount, or even worse, you may be denied bail next time around if something else happens.
This is why we help keep you accountable. Call us at 901-523-2245 for more information, or fill out our online bail request form to get started.
No one wants to have issues with law enforcement and bounty hunters. This is why people come to us regularly for professional guidance.
We have not only helped countless people get out of jail fast but have helped them understand the bail bond process and what to expect.
If you have missed your court hearing for whatever reason, talk to your licensed bail bond agent right away to find out what your options are, or if you do not have a bail bond agent, contact us immediately. We are available 24/7.
