A. Every licensed bail bondsman may appoint as solicitor any individual who holds or has qualified for a solicitor’s license. Each bail bondsman shall annually, prior to March 1, file with the superintendent an alphabetical list of all solicitors whose appointment and license in this state is to be continued in effect, accompanied by payment of the applicable continuation fees.

Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 59A-51-12

  • 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.
  • Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.

B. A bail bondsman terminating the appointment of a solicitor shall, within thirty (30) days, file written notice thereof with the superintendent, together with a statement that he has given or mailed notice to the solicitor. Such notice filed with the superintendent shall state the reasons, if any, for such termination. Information so furnished to the superintendent shall be privileged and shall not be used as evidence in any action against the bail bondsman.

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