Posing as a licensed bail agent to solicit bail becomes a crime
Pretending to be a licensed bail agent while soliciting bail, by phone, text, email or in person, is a crime carrying the bail law's penalties. So is hiring someone to solicit bail when the hirer knew or should have known they were posing as one.
Who it affects
People and companies that solicit bail
When
This law takes effect on January 1, 2027. California laws take effect on January 1 of the year after they are signed, unless the law says otherwise.
- : Signed into law
- : This law takes effect
Official text
California AB 1927: Bail Consumer Protection Act.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.
Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.