Bail Enforcement Agent
Criminal Justice & Firearms Training

Course Description
This course is a necessary pre-requisite for becoming a Bail Enforcement Agent within the State of Connecticut. The course necessitates not less than 20 hours of study in the Criminal Justice system and not less than 8 hours of training in the use of firearms. This course has been certified and approved by Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection; Division of Ct State Police.
Course Goal
The goal of this course is to successfully prepare Bail Enforcement Agent applicants for certification through the Department of Emergency Services & Public Protection; Division of CT State Police. Fundamentally the course promotes professionalism in the field ,necessitates a detailed understanding of the legal parameters, public and personal safety requirements required of Agents as they conduct recovery operations in accordance with the law.
Course Instructor
All coursework presented through Tactical Recovery Network are taught by state certified & highly qualified law enforcement instructors with over ten years experience in their perspective fields. All instructors are committed to bringing out the best in their students regardless of their experience level.
Course Curriculum
Phase I-Criminal Justice Instruction: 20+ Hours
This course will cover the following:
Bail Enforcement Licensing; Administrative Overview
History of the Bounty Hunter
The Changing Role of the Bounty Hunter To The Bail Enforcement Agent
The Criminal Justice System
Constitutional Law
Bail Enforcement Laws
Working As A Bail Enforcement Agent: Professional Standards
Bond Forfeiture & Bail Enforcement Contracting
Locating Fugitives
Criminal Procedure & Laws Concerning Search & Seizure
Use of Force To Make An Arrest Or To Prevent An Escape
Extradition
Civil Liability
Business Options/Insurance
Contracting w/ Bondsman
Employment/Internships
Tactical Recovery Network Membership
Phase II-Firearms Instruction
Gold Card Certification: 8 Hours
This course will cover the following;
Administrative Overview
Firearms Safety & Range Rules
Basic Fundamentals of Marksmanship
Firearms Liability (Use of Force & Deadly Force)
Practical Shooting Techniques (Positions, Drawing, Reloading)
Care, Cleaning & Safe Storage
Range Qualification
Course Pre-Requisites
State of Connecticut Pistol Permit
Must demonstrate safe gun handling
State issued Drivers License
At least 21 years old
No felony convictions
Be of good moral character
Mentally Sound
Licensing Pre-Requisites
Course Cost
28 Hour-$450.00 (Class of 3+)BEA + Gold Card Cert==Includes Primary Sidearm Certification
28 Hour-$800.00 (Individual Rate): Includes Primary Sidearm Certification(25% non-refundable down payment required)
20 Hour BEA w/o firearms training: $300 (Class of 3+), $500 (Individual) 8 Hour Firearms/Gold Card: $175 (Class of 3+) $225 (I-1,1-2))
Supplemental Options
$50.00 : Per Additional Sidearm$175.00: Shotgun Certification (8 Hours)$250.00 : Optional Rifle Certification (10 Hours)$75.00: Optional Pepper Spray Certification (4 Hours)$75.00: Optional Handcuffing Certification(4 Hours)
**Ammo & Range Fees Not Included**
A $20.00 range fee must be paid on the day of qualification
**Payment Plans Available**
Course Completion
This course requires a written assessment and firearms qualification. Agent candidates will leave Phase I of the course with the range qualification and will have a week to prepare. We will work to ensure that all applicants are successfully prepared to become licensed as a Bail Enforcement Agent to effectively and safely work in the field. Paying for the course and showing up does not guarantee passing. Students are expected to pass both written and range requirements.
Badge Assignment
Licensed Bail Enforcement Agents Are Required To Purchase And Wear State Approved Badges While Engaging In Bail Enforcement. Badges & Wallets Are Available Once ID Numbers Have Been Issued To Perspective Agents
Required Forms
Assistance is available in completing the required forms necessary to become licensed as a Bail Enforcement Agent.
Course Benefits
Veterans Discounts(Active Duty ID/DD-214 Required-Class of 3+)
30% off Galco Products
40% off Crimson Laser Grips
25% off Blackhawk Products
Legislative Updates
$1000 In Arms Care Firearms Insurance
$5000 Life & Accidental Insurance
Discounts On Hotels, Car Rentals, Airfare, & Hundreds Of Other Local & National Businesses
Area Lodging:
All of our training locations area have several major hotel chains within minutes of our facilities. Our Recruitment Division has secured a discounted rate for course attendees. Once seats are reserved, reservation codes will be made available. Please inquire with with your sales coordinator for more specific information.
2022 Training Schedule
Classes will be held in Connecticut & New York on the 3rd Saturday of each month
Firearms Qualification To Be Held On Last Day of Training
Classes will run from 0900-1800 on Days 1-3 and from 15:00-19:00 on Day 4