Montana Title 33. Insurance and Insurance Companies § 33-17-1602. Surety bail bond insurance license--basic course of training--temporary license

(a) holds a high school diploma, general equivalency diploma, or equivalent;  and

(b) has no felony convictions or offenses involving dishonesty, violence, or controlled substances.

(a) constitutional law and civil liability;

(b) rights of individuals in custody;

(c) use of force guidelines;

(d) procedures for arresting and surrendering defendants;

(e) handling individuals with mental health or substance use challenges;

(f) defensive tactics;

(g) bail bond ethics;  and

(h) report writing and form completion.

(a) 1 hour on updates to state and federal laws affecting the bail industry;  and

(b) 4 hours of approved credits on general bail industry knowledge or trends that is provided by a recognized state or national bail industry association or any other approved provider.

(5)(a) The commissioner may issue a temporary license valid for up to 12 months, allowing applicants to operate under supervision while completing training requirements.  Supervision must be provided by a licensed surety bail bond agent who:

(b) Renewal of the temporary license is prohibited to ensure timely completion of all training and licensing requirements.

(7)(a) In lieu of completing the basic course of training required by subsection (1), an applicant may submit proof to the commissioner that the applicant has completed a course of training required by a municipal, state, or federal law enforcement agency or a branch of the armed forces to carry out the duties of a peace officer.

(b) Proof of on-the-job training in the basic course of training areas is sufficient for the commissioner to find that granting a surety bail bond insurance license is in the public interest.  The commissioner's decision whether to grant or deny a waiver under this subsection (7) is not subject to the provisions provided in Title 33, chapter 1, part 7.

(a) authorizes the applicant to act as a surety bail bond agent while employed by a licensed surety bail bond agent;

(b) is valid for up to 12 months;  and

(c) may not be renewed.