Title: How Much Do Bounty Hunters Get Paid? | Pocketsense
Headings: How Much Do Bounty Hunters Get Paid?
How Much Do Bounty Hunters Get Paid?
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Content: The bail bondsman contracts a bounty hunter to protect his interests. If the fugitive is not successfully captured, the bail bondsman stands to lose a great deal of money. 00:00
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Bounty hunters are usually paid on commission when the fugitive is apprehended and handed over to the authorities. The payment can vary widely. Bail bonds are based on the severity of the crime and can be up to $100,000, but the average bail bond is $4,000. The payment for returning a fugitive is usually 10 percent of the value of the bond, but low-risk fugitives with small bonds may pay less. Average Earnings
New bounty hunters average $25,000 annually. More experienced bounty hunters can easily earn over $100,000. The associated risks often go up with the salary. Bounty hunters who are willing to track down people charged with violent crimes that are set at higher bonds make more money.