W. Va. Code R. § 81-15-6

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 48, November 27, 2024
Section 81-15-6 - Limitations of Bail Bond Enforcers
6.1. Bail bond enforcers may not enter an occupied residential structure without the consent of the occupants who are present at the time of the entry.
6.2. Bail bond enforcers may not conduct a bail recovery apprehension without written authorization as required in sections 4.3.d. and 5.1 of this rule.
6.3. Bail bond enforcers shall not wear, carry or display any uniform, badge, shield or other insignia or emblem that implies the bail bond enforcer is an employee, officer or agent of this state or any other state, a political subdivision of this state or any other state or of the federal government. A bail bond enforcer may display identification that indicates his/her status as a bail bond enforcer only.
6.4. A bail bond enforcer shall not conduct a bail bond apprehension without exercising due care to protect the safety of persons other than the defendant and the property of persons other than the defendant.
6.5. Registration and/or authorization does not authorize a bail bond enforcer to carry any dangerous or deadly weapon or exempt the bail bond enforcer from the requirements of W. Va. Code '61-7-3 or any other provisions of law.

W. Va. Code R. § 81-15-6