Florida Bail Agents Association

11/02/2026

🚨 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐈𝐋 𝐁𝐎𝐍𝐃 𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒! 🚨

🇺🇸 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐃𝐒, 𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 & 𝐃𝐄𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐎𝐑𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒 — 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐋𝐈𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐘? 🇺🇸

As professional bail bond agents, our responsibility doesn't end when a defendant is released from jail. When a client is detained by ICE or faces deportation, staying informed and documenting every development is critical!

⚖️ 𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐀𝐑𝐄 𝟔 𝐈𝐌𝐏𝐎𝐑𝐓𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐃𝐄𝐑𝐒:

✅ 𝟏. 𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍!
Obtain your client's Alien Registration Number (A-Number), country of birth, and date of birth from the family, jail, or available records.

✅ 𝟐. 𝐂𝐇𝐄𝐂𝐊 𝐈𝐂𝐄 𝐃𝐄𝐓𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐔𝐒!
Locate your client, print the detention information, and maintain documentation in your file.
🔗 https://locator.ice.gov/

✅ 𝟑. 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐈𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐆𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐓 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐂𝐄𝐄𝐃𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒!
Stay informed about immigration hearings, case updates, and decisions through EOIR.
🔗 https://acis.eoir.justice.gov/en/

✅ 𝟒. 𝐒𝐈𝐆𝐍 𝐔𝐏 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐃𝐇𝐒 𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐅𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒!
Monitor available custody information, transfers, and release notifications.
🔗 https://vinelink.dhs.gov/

✅ 𝟓. 𝐏𝐑𝐎𝐓𝐄𝐂𝐓 𝐘𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐍𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐒!
Always evaluate and properly document collateral when writing bonds, especially when immigration-related risks are involved.

✅ 𝟔. 𝐊𝐍𝐎𝐖 𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐅𝐈𝐋𝐄 𝐀 𝐌𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍!
If your defendant is detained by ICE, deported, or otherwise unable to appear, review your options for a motion to set aside a forfeiture or discharge the bond under applicable Florida law. ICE detention or deportation does not automatically discharge your liability!

📢 𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑: Don't wait until a forfeiture or estreature arrives to start investigating your client's whereabouts!

Document everything. Monitor your cases. Know your deadlines. Protect your agency.

💙💛 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐈𝐃𝐀 𝐁𝐀𝐈𝐋 𝐀𝐆𝐄𝐍𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐎𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 💙💛

𝘌𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨, 𝘚𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 & 𝘈𝘥𝘷𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘍𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘢'𝘴 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘧𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘉𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘥 𝘈𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 1979.

11/02/2026

🕯️🖤 IN LOVING MEMORY OF 9 INNOCENT LIVES 🖤🕯️

The Florida Bail Agents Association extends our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers to the families, friends, and loved ones of the nine individuals who tragically lost their lives in today's devastating plane crash in Palm Beach County, Florida.

On Sunday, November 1, 2026, a Learjet 60 (Tail Number N722BD) traveling from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas tragically crashed in the Greenacres area of Palm Beach County, claiming all nine lives aboard.

Nine lives. Nine families forever changed. Countless hearts broken. 💔

As a statewide association, we stand together in mourning this heartbreaking loss. May God provide strength, comfort, and peace to the families during this unimaginable time.

We also extend our gratitude to the first responders and emergency personnel who answered the call during this tragedy.

🙏 May these nine souls rest in eternal peace. Their lives will never be forgotten.

Florida Bail Agents Association
United in Prayer. United in Remembrance.

🕊️ November 1st, 2026

11/01/2026

🍁🍂 HELLO, NOVEMBER! 🍂🍁

A New Month. A New Season. The Same Dedication to Our Profession! ⚖️

As we welcome November, the Florida Bail Agents Association remains committed to supporting, educating, and advocating for Florida's professional bail bond agents.

🍂 Seasons may change, but our mission remains the same — strengthening our industry, protecting our profession, and promoting the importance of accountability within Florida's criminal justice system.

🤝 This November, we're especially thankful for the hardworking bail agents across the Sunshine State who continue to serve their communities with professionalism, integrity, and dedication.

💙💛 ONE ASSOCIATION. ONE PROFESSION. ONE UNITED VOICE.

⚖️ FLORIDA BAIL AGENTS ASSOCIATION
Proudly Representing Florida's Bail Bond Professionals Since 1979.

🍁 Here's to a productive, successful, and blessed November!

10/31/2026

While everyone else is handing out candy, Florida’s bail agents are answering phones, posting bonds, and helping families when a spooky night gets a little too real. 📞🚔

🍬 Enjoy the treats.
🎃 Skip the tricks.
🚗 Celebrate responsibly.
🔐 And try not to end Halloween behind a different kind of BAR! 😂

From the Florida Bail Agents Association, we wish our members, their families, and communities across Florida a SAFE, FUN & SPOOKY HALLOWEEN! 🦇👻🎃

10/31/2026

DO NOT FORGET TO SET YOUR CLOCKS BACK!

Daylight Savings Time begins at 2am tonight!

10/30/2026

𝐌𝐄𝐄𝐓 𝐀 𝐅𝐋𝐁𝐀𝐀 𝐌𝐄𝐌𝐁𝐄𝐑
Jeannie Cataldo

My name is Jeannie Cataldo, and I’m the proud owner of A Jeannie’s EZ Out Bail Bonds. We proudly serve the entire Tampa Bay area, with two office locations in Pasco and Hernando Counties, Florida.

𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒚 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒃𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝒃𝒐𝒏𝒅𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒓𝒚? I began my journey in the bail bond industry in 2003, bringing more than 23 years of experience, dedication, and commitment to the profession.

𝑾𝒉𝒚 𝒅𝒊𝒅 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒃𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒂 𝒃𝒂𝒊𝒍 𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒕? I became a bail agent because I wanted to build a business of my own and make a difference in people’s lives during some of their most difficult moments. Over the years, the bail bond industry has become more than just a career to me. It has become a huge part of who I am.

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒅𝒐 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒆𝒏𝒋𝒐𝒚 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌? "Without question, the most rewarding part of my career is helping people and their families when they need it most.

Every situation is different, every family has a story, and every day brings new challenges. I genuinely enjoy the relationships I've developed over the years, whether with clients, fellow bail agents, attorneys, or other professionals within our industry.

I also love the independence and responsibility that come with owning my own agency. Building A Jeannie’s EZ Out Bail Bonds into a business that my family and I can be proud of has been one of my greatest accomplishments.

There is something incredibly fulfilling about knowing you've built a successful business while making a positive difference in your community."

𝑶𝒏𝒆 𝒑𝒊𝒆𝒄𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝒂𝒅𝒗𝒊𝒄𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒂 𝒏𝒆𝒘 𝒂𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒕: My biggest advice is simple: Never stop learning, never be afraid to ask questions, and always conduct yourself with honesty and integrity.

This industry is not for everyone. It requires dedication, patience, determination, and definitely a thick skin! You have to be willing to put in the work, understand the laws, and constantly educate yourself.

Surround yourself with knowledgeable professionals, build strong relationships, and never underestimate the importance of treating people with respect.

Most importantly, always protect your reputation. Your name, your word, and your integrity are among the most valuable things you have in this business.

Success doesn't happen overnight, but if you stay committed, remain professional, and genuinely care about the people you serve, the rewards can be tremendous."

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒔𝒐𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒔 𝒚𝒐𝒖 𝒆𝒏𝒋𝒐𝒚 𝒅𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒇𝒓𝒆𝒆 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆? Family is absolutely everything to me!

I'm a proud mother of 3 wonderful children and an even prouder 'Gigi' to 7 beautiful grandchildren. They are my greatest blessings and my biggest motivation.

One of the things I'm most proud of is that the business I've worked so hard to build has become a family effort. Being able to share that journey with the people I love makes everything even more meaningful.

After more than two decades in this industry, I look back with tremendous gratitude for the experiences, friendships, opportunities, and lessons that have shaped me into the person and business owner I am today.

I'm proud of how far I've come, grateful for everyone who has been part of my journey, and excited to continue serving my community and contributing to the profession that has given me so much.

At the end of the day, my greatest accomplishments aren't just measured by the business I've built, but by the family I love, the relationships I've made, and the lives I've had the opportunity to touch along the way.

10/30/2026

The Purposeful and Confusing Language of the Bail Reform Movement: Bail Is Not Bond

Article By: AIA Bail Surety

Discover how bail reform language blurs the distinction between bail and bond and why that difference matters.

10/29/2026

🇺🇸 🗳️ ACCOUNTABILITY IS ON THE BALLOT!

November 3rd is more than just Election Day. The decisions made at the polls could shape the future of the bail bond profession, our criminal justice system, and the communities we serve.

Professional Surety Bail is about ACCOUNTABILITY. It helps ensure defendants appear in court while protecting public safety and supporting the judicial process.

As bail agents, we must know where our candidates stand, understand their records, and recognize how their policies could impact our profession.

⚖️ Our Profession Matters. Accountability Matters. Your Vote Matters.

🇺🇸 GET INFORMED. GET INVOLVED. GET OUT AND VOTE!

The choice bail agents make on November 3 will decide whether our communities keep the accountability that protects them or hand it to those who want it gone. In just a few days, bail agents all across America will be going to the polls to vote. This is one of

10/28/2026

𝐅𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚 𝐁𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥: 𝐃𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜-𝐕𝐢𝐨𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐁𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 “𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐦 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭”

𝐒𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨: A defendant is arrested for domestic battery. The booking page displays a bond amount, and the alleged victim tells the agent, “Post it now—he can come home.”

1. Can the defendant ordinarily bond out before first appearance?
2. Does the victim’s permission cancel a court-ordered no-contact condition?
3. What does “no contact” include unless the judge orders otherwise?

𝐀𝐧𝐬𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐬
1. 𝐍𝐨. A person arrested for an act of domestic violence must remain in custody until brought before the court for admission to bail. At first appearance, the judge considers the safety of the victim, children, and anyone else potentially endangered. Fla. Stat. § 741.2901(3)

2. 𝐍𝐨. A no-contact order remains enforceable until the court modifies it. The victim’s invitation, reconciliation, or request that charges be dropped does not authorize contact. Modification requires a properly noticed motion, good cause, and a judicial ruling. Fla. Stat. § 903.047(1)(b), (2)

3. Unless otherwise specified, it includes direct or third-party communications, electronic contact, physical contact, and coming within 500 feet of protected residences, vehicles, workplaces, or specified regularly frequented places.

𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐲: Do not promise immediate release merely because a bond appears online. After release, give the defendant the written conditions and warn that only the court—not the victim—can modify no contact.

𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞: First-appearance times and the way domestic-violence holds appear in jail systems vary by county; the custody and no-contact rules above are statewide.