Many years ago I created this guide to help myself and others in obtaining a license. Some things have changed since then, but the basics remain the same. I heard that the 80-hour course now costs a whole lot more money and I also heard that the good doctor passed away. I don't know what else has changed over the years, but this should serve as a fairly decent guide to those who are attempting to obtain their licenses.
OBTAINING A NEVADA BAIL ENFORCEMENT AGENT LICENSE
Successfully complete an 80-hour bail enforcement training course. This course is only offered once every six months. You will need the following items to complete this course: Headphone-type hearing protectors Safety shooting glasses Baseball-type hat Duty Handgun Belt and holster with retention strap/snap 3 magazines (pistol shooters) 2 speed loaders (revolver shooters) 500 rounds of factory handgun ammunition (no reloads) Gun cleaning/maintenance equipment Handcuffs Shirt or jacket that will close at the neck 21” or 26” ASP extendable, friction-lock baton The following items are highly recommended, but not required: Double magazine or speed loader pouch Police type flashlight Flashlight belt carrier Handcuff pouch 2 additional magazines or speed loaders Water or sodas to drink (outdoor range!) Food for your meal break Shooting mat or a large towel Sun block & rain gear Contact: Linda Zaczek Assistant Director, Division of Workforce and Economic Development Community College of Southern Nevada Green Valley Advanced Tech Center 1560 Warm Springs Road Henderson, Nevada 89104 (702) 651-2630 Phone (702) 450-6473 Fax Cost: $695.00
Promissor Bail Bonds Examination (pick up your information packet and application for Bail Enforcement Agent License for free at the Division of Insurance). This is a 50 question, multiple-choice test. The text center is at the far west side of the Renaissance III shopping center. Promissor Test Center 3230 E. Flamingo Road, Suite 1 Las Vegas, Nevada 89121 1-800-274-2609 Cost: $90.00
Get two sets of fingerprints rolled. Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Fingerprint Bureau 5880 Cameron Street Las Vegas, Nevada 89118 Cost: $20.00 ($10.00 per card and they will provide the fingerprint cards for free)
Complete and pass a psychological examination. Harold S. Orchow M.D., F.A.P.A. 6000 W. Rochelle Avenue, Suite 1500 Las Vegas, Nevada 89103 (702) 364-0351 Phone (702) 364-1715 Fax Cost: $100.00
Obtain a First Aid and C.P.R. Card (4-hour class). Code 3 Emergency Response Training Jennie Wilson, NREMT-P 918 S. Valley View Boulevard Las Vegas, Nevada 89107 (702) 395-7170 Phone (702) 655-8804 Fax Cost: $35.00
Pass a urinalysis test for controlled substances. This company calls it a non-federal private drug screening (non-regulated), also known as a “Private - Non-regulated UDS.” Walk-ins are welcome, no appointments are needed. Monday through Friday, 0700-1900 hours, be here at least fifteen minutes before they close. This text can be no more than 30 days prior to the date on your Bail Enforcement Agent License Application. Concentra Medical Centers 2952 Meade Avenue Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 (702) 871-1721 Phone (702) 871-5127 Fax Cost: $40.00
Submit your proof of completion of your 80-hour Bail Enforcement Agent Course, Promissor Bail Bonds Examination, and psychological examination along with the results from your test for controlled substances, two fingerprint cards, a money order or cashier’s check in the amount of $125.00 made out to the Nevada Division of Insurance, a money order or cashier’s check in the amount of $45.00 made out to the Nevada Highway patrol (in a separate and sealed envelope, labelled NHP), a photocopy of your High School Diploma, a photocopy of your drivers license, a photocopy of your First Aid/C.P.R. Card, and your Bail Enforcement Agent License Application to: Nevada Division of Insurance Attention: Kristin or Debra Turner 788 Fairview Drive, Suite 300 Carson City, Nevada 89701-5491 (775) 687-4270 Phone (775) 687-3937 Fax or Nevada Division of Insurance Attention: Kahdra Patten 2501 E. Sahara Avenue, Suite 302 Las Vegas, Nevada 89104 (702) 486-4009 Phone (702) 486-4595 Kahdra Patten’s Phone (702) 486-4007 Fax You may apply for a Temporary Bail Enforcement Agent License if you submit everything except for the 80-hour Bail Enforcement Agent Course Certificate; however, you will need a letter from the bail agent that you will be working for that states that you are directly employed and supervised by that bail agent. The temporary license is only valid for nine months or until you submit your certificate of completion of the 80-hour Bail Enforcement Agent Course, whichever comes first. When you receive your certificate of completion you will need to resubmit your application for your Bail Enforcement Agent License and another application fee of $125.00.
_________________ Jason Pollock Owner/Operator Surety Risk Management Los Angeles, California (323) 786-FIND
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