The bail bondsmen and bail enforcement agent professions have only recently been placed under the regulatory oversight of the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services ("DCJS"). With new regulations come uncertainty, confusion and frustration.

To protect their businesses, bail bondsmen and enforcement agents must know and comply with the new rules. Violations of the new regulations can result in probation, refusal to issue or renew a license, and suspension or revocation of the bail bondsman's or bail enforcement agent's license. Furthermore, a licensed bail bondsman or enforcement agent is responsible for ensuring that his/her employees, partners and individuals contracted to perform services for or on his/her behalf comply with the new regulations. Never before has it been more important than now to engage knowledgeable legal counsel who can help your business navigate the new regulations.

James Towey assists both businesses and individuals in structuring their operations to comply with theses statutory and regulatory requirements. Additionally, James advises his clients on:

• Regulatory compliance
• Licensure and disciplinary actions
• Risk management
• Employment law
• Contract disputes
• Legislative Affairs