TCA 40-11-319
Notice of arrest of bondsman
FELONYFelony
What does this charge mean?
A professional bondsman who is arrested for a felony (in Tennessee, another state, or by federal authorities) must notify in writing all courts where the bondsman is licensed within 72 hours, including the arrest date, location, charge, law enforcement agency, court information, and court appearance date; failure to notify results in automatic suspension until a hearing is held or charges are resolved. This ensures courts know when a bondsman faces felony charges.
Penalty Details
ClassificationFelony
Penalty SummaryFelony
(a) A professional bondsman who is arrested in this state for a felony, or is arrested in another state or by the federal government for the equivalent of a felony in this state, shall notify, in writing, within seventy-two (72) hours of the arrest, the court or courts in which the professional bondsman is qualified. Ask a legal question, get an answer ASAP!(b) The written notice shall contain the following information: (1) Date of the arrest; (2) Location of the arrest; (3) Offense for which the bondsman was arrested; (4) The name and address of the law enforcement agency making the arrest; (5) The court before which the professional bondsman is to appear; (6) The date of the initial court appearance; and (7) Any other information the professional bondsman may want to include. (c) Upon receipt of the notice, if the court believes it is warranted, the court shall proceed under § 40-11-125. (d) Failure to comply with this section shall result in an automatic suspension of the professional bondsman until the court conducts a hearing pursuant to § 40-11-125(b), or until the criminal charges against the professional bondsman are resolved.
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TCA Section40-11-319