Sec. 1. (a) The commissioner:

(1) shall administer this article, which regulates bail agents, recovery agents, and sureties; and

Terms Used In Indiana Code 27-10-2-1

  • Bail: Security given for the release of a criminal defendant or witness from legal custody (usually in the form of money) to secure his/her appearance on the day and time appointed.
(2) may adopt rules to enforce this article.

     (b) The commissioner may employ and discharge employees, examiners, counsel, and other assistants as necessary and shall prescribe their duties and their compensation.

As added by P.L.261-1985, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.224-1993, SEC.5.