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Bounty hunting is the practice of tracking down and capturing fugitives who have failed to appear in court or violated the terms of their bail or probation. Bounty hunters work for a percentage of the bail amount, usually 10 to 20%, and are responsible for bringing the fugitive back to the court or the bail bond agent.

Bounty hunting has a long history, dating back to the days of the Wild West, when local sheriffs did not have the resources or manpower to pursue outlaws. They posted wanted posters offering rewards for the capture of the criminals, dead or alive. Bounty hunters answered the call, using any means necessary to bring in the bad guys.

Today, bounty hunting is a regulated profession, with different laws and requirements in each state. Bounty hunters are typically licensed and trained professionals, who work on behalf of bail bond agents. Bail bond agents are the ones who provide the money for the bail of a criminal defendant, in exchange for a fee and collateral. If the defendant skips the court date, the bail bond agent loses the money and has a limited time to locate and return the fugitive. That’s when they hire bounty hunters to do the job.

Bounty hunters use various methods and tools to find and apprehend fugitives. They usually start by searching through databases of addresses, phone numbers, license plate numbers, and social security numbers to find the fugitive’s last whereabouts1. Once they hit the streets, bounty hunters stake out the fugitive’s address or frequent haunts. They may use surveillance, forcibly enter the fugitive’s home without a warrant, and arrest the fugitive without reading them their Miranda rights. Bounty hunters have more leeway than the police, because they are acting on a private contract, not as state or federal agents.

Bounty hunting can be a thrilling and lucrative career, but also a dangerous and morally ambiguous one. Bounty hunters face the risk of violence, legal troubles, and ethical dilemmas. They must be critical thinkers, problem solvers, excel under pressure, and competent in defensive tactics. They must also follow the laws and regulations of each state, which vary widely. Some states require bounty hunters to have a license, a background check, a training course, and a bond. Some states prohibit bounty hunters from carrying firearms, wearing badges, or using certain terms. Some states even ban bounty hunting altogether.