Florida Bail Agents Association

Message from the President.

Dear Bail Agents of Florida

As we embark on a new year filled with fresh opportunities and challenges, I am delighted to invite you to the Florida Bail Agents Association Winter Meeting and Continuing Education (CE) Class in beautiful Jacksonville, Florida. Mark your calendars for February 6th and 7th, as this promises to be an event you won’t want to miss!

The Winter Meeting will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton—Jax Riverwalk, which provides a convenient and scenic location. This is not just a time to network; it’s an opportunity to strengthen our knowledge, share experiences, and ensure that we remain at the forefront of our industry.

This brand-new CE class will provide critical updates on legislative changes, best practices in bail, and strategies to enhance our professional services. Staying informed is more essential than ever, and this event will help us all continue to serve our communities with integrity and expertise.

Jacksonville offers a vibrant setting for our gathering, with its rich history, scenic waterfronts, and diverse cultural offerings. Beyond the formal sessions, we encourage you to take some time to explore the city, connect with fellow agents, and recharge for the year ahead.

I want to personally thank each of you for your dedication to the bail profession and your continued support of the Florida Bail Agents Association; because of your commitment, we can advocate for our profession, uphold our values, and confidently face the future.

Please visit our events page at https://flbaa.com/events for more details, to register, and a link to the Doubletree by Hilton Jax-Riverwalk.

We are excited to see you in Jacksonville for a productive and engaging Winter Meeting. Let’s make 2025 a year of growth, collaboration, and success for all Florida bail agents.

Sincerely,

Cary Carlisle

President

Florida Bail Agents Association

What is the FBAA?

We are a professional trade association representing bail bond agents and surety companies in Florida. Our mission is to promote the understanding and support of our profession, to educate our members and the public about the bail industry, and to promote professionalism and high ethical standards in the practice of bail bonding.

Since our founding in 1972, we have grown into one of the largest and most respected bail bond associations in the country. We are committed to providing our members with the resources they need to succeed, including training and education, networking opportunities, and advocacy on behalf of the industry.

We invite you to explore our website and learn more about the benefits of becoming a member of the FBAA. Thank you for your interest in our organization, and we look forward to serving you.

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FACTS REGARDING CASH BAIL

The ONLY form of Pre-Trial Release that costs taxpayers ZERO dollars.
The ONLY form of Pre-Trial Release that costs the Sheriff ZERO budget dollars.
The ONLY form of Pre-Trial Release that monetarily renumerates Taxpayers for FTA’s.
The ONLY form of Pre-Trial Release that monetarily renumerates the Sheriff for FTA’s.
The ONLY form of Pre-Trial Release that holds the defendant fully accountable for their appearance in court.
The ONLY form of Pre-Trial Release that does not shift the apprehension of a subject following their FTA back to the Sheriff.
The ONLY form of Pre-Trial Release that truly saves daily jail bed costs for the Sheriff.
All cost savings claims for unsecured Pre-Trial Release options are lost upon an FTA.
The private bail industry has almost a 98% appearance rate–less than a 3% FTA rate.
No other form of Pre-Trial Release is more effective or more accountable than the private bail industry.
Defendants released on secured private bail bonds have a lower recidivism rate than those released through ineffective taxpayer-funded government programs.