SB 6544.E - DIGEST

(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

     Provides that a branch office may not operate under a business name other than the name of the principal bail bond agency and must have a qualified bail bond agent as manager of the office.

     Requires the qualified agent to comply with the provisions of RCW 18.185.100.

     Requires a bail bond agency to maintain a branch office in each county in which it provides services.

     Requires each branch to be separately licensed.

     Specifies requirements for return of collateral when a bail bond is exonerated by a court.