Friday, May 11, 2007

Bail Bonds News Roundup, May 4, 2007 - AboutBail.com Bail Bond Agent Directory

Bail Bonds News Roundup, May 4, 2007 - AboutBail.com Bail Bond Agent Directory: "This past week, the staff at AboutBail.com had plenty to discuss. The news media was filled with stories about the bail industry. From another bounty hunting arrest in Mexico to legislation changes, here are the stories that captured our attention:

Bondsman in Louisiana Charged with Theft and Insurance Fraud
TEXAS - A Bondsman in the Rapides Parish region was arrested this past week by members of the Louisiana State Police Insurance Fraud and Auto Theft Unit. The man, Wayne Thomas, was charged with multiple counts of theft and Failure to Remit Insurance Premiums. The investigation leading to the arrest began when allegations were made that Thomas received payment for bonds, but never remitted the money to the bail bonding company. Since bail bonding is considered an act of insurance in Louisiana, the investigation was conducted by the Louisiana Department of Insurance. (Insurance Journal, May 2, 2007)"

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Bail Bonds News Roundup, May 4, 2007

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