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SB 1367

AN ACT PROHIBITING A BAIL BONDSMAN OR AGENT FROM APPREHENDING A PRINCIPAL ON A BOND ON THE PREMISES, GROUNDS OR CAMPUS OF ANY HEALTH CARE FACILITY, SCHOOL, INSTITUTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION OR HOUSE OF WORSHIP.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Hubert Delany and 1 co-sponsor

Connecticut law prohibits bail bondsmen from capturing fugitives on hospital, school, college, or religious facility grounds, prioritizing institutional safety over enforcement access.

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Bill Summary · SB 1367

Legislative bill overview

SB 1367 prohibits bail bondsmen and their agents from apprehending fugitives (principals on bonds) on the grounds of hospitals, schools, colleges, and houses of worship. The law creates sanctuary spaces where bail enforcement cannot occur, though bondsmen retain apprehension rights elsewhere.

Why is this important

This addresses a genuine public safety concern: bail bond apprehensions in sensitive locations can disrupt essential services, endanger vulnerable populations, and create hostile environments in spaces meant for healing, education, and spiritual practice. The law balances bondsmen's enforcement interests against community safety and institutional operations.

Potential points of contention

  • Enforcement burden on bondsmen: Restricting apprehension locations increases operational costs and complexity for bail bond companies, potentially raising bond fees for consumers or reducing bail bond market participation
  • Geographic loopholes: A fugitive could potentially evade apprehension by remaining on protected premises, creating enforcement challenges and potentially undermining bail system accountability
  • Definition ambiguity: "Grounds" and "campus" language may create disputes about what areas are actually covered (parking lots, adjacent properties, etc.), leading to legal challenges
  • Religious institution concerns: Some may argue houses of worship should have their own discretion in these matters rather than blanket prohibition

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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