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Introduced
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
136th General Assembly
Bill Summary
To amend sections 2713.21, 2937.22, 2937.24, and 3905.85 of the Revised Code to permit the surrender of a defendant by a surety bail bond agent and to require surety bail bond agents to be licensed property and casualty insurance agents.
AI Summary
This bill modifies existing laws concerning surety bail bond agents by allowing these agents to surrender defendants to law enforcement, which discharges their bail obligations, provided they also submit a copy of the signed bail application and file a motion with the court within 48 hours to be released from the bond. Additionally, the bill mandates that individuals seeking to become licensed surety bail bond agents must also hold a property and casualty insurance agent license, with this requirement taking effect two years after the bill's enactment.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to committee: Insurance (on 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb703 |
| BillText | https://search-prod.lis.state.oh.us/api/v2/general_assembly_136/legislation/hb703/00_IN/pdf/ |
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