· arrest for kidnapping and a civil suit for damages.

Apprehending fugitives has always been a delicate       endeavor. The present   climate dictates all          necessary precautions be taken before attempting to apprehend a  fugitive. When in doubt, always ask for a second opinion. If you ever have any questions or    concerns  relating to      fugitive apprehension, do not hesitate to call our   office to speak to our Claims Manager or our Chief Operating Officer.

 

                                                     

Occasionally an agent may have clients who fail to    appear for court.  However, they are generally the type of client who will reappear with a  simple phone call. From time to time it is also true that an agent will have a          defendant who has taken flight and has become a true fugitive from justice.

As an agent, it is your sole responsibility to take the   necessary action to locate and apprehend a fugitive in order to avoid payment of a loss. How an agent goes about  apprehending a fugitive is very important. We have listed some key areas to be aware of when tracking and attempting to apprehend a fugitive.

· Familiarize yourself with your state’s statutes   governing an             Individual’s right to  apprehend wanted     fugitives.

· Be sure that you or your investigator meet all state licensing          

· requirements associated with the apprehension and arrest of  fugitives.

· Always confirm an active warrant exists on the   fugitive. The investigator or bondsman should have a certified copy of the warrant and a recent   photograph of the        defendant when making an arrest.

· Request the assistance of local law enforcement when attempting an arrest of any fugitive, no matter what the amount of the bond or charge.

· When tracking a fugitive outside of your state, be sure to contact either   Palmetto Surety’s office, or a local agent within the state the fugitive has been located to  determine  applicable laws. Some states require you to be licensed by the state    before you can apprehend fugitives within the state. Failure to abide by local statutes may result in an

FUGITIVE APPREHENSION

SPOTLIGHT: Claims Department

Palmetto Surety Corporation

November 13, 2009