FUGITIVE RECOVERY ACADEMY
California’s Premiere Bounty Hunter School
Top-Rated Bounty Hunter Training: Learn from Experienced Professionals
Elevate your bounty hunter skills with Joint Tactical’s Fugitive Recovery Academy, renowned for its superior training programs. Our academy offers comprehensive, top-tier education taught by seasoned professionals with extensive backgrounds in law enforcement, undercover fugitive apprehension, SWAT, and bail bonds. The academy is designed in a five day and six day format and customizable to your state or agencies needs.
Why Choose Joint Tactical’s Fugitive Recovery Academy?
1. Expert Instructors with Real-World Experience
Our instructors bring decades of hands-on experience from various law enforcement assignments. Their expertise spans undercover fugitive apprehension, SWAT operations, dignitary protection, and certified law enforcement instructors, providing you with invaluable insights and practical knowledge that goes beyond standard training.
2. Exceeding State Standards
Unlike many programs that adhere only to minimal state requirements, Joint Tactical’s training program surpasses California's 20-hour Pre-Licensing requirement and provides further education relevant to fugitive recovery. We offer advanced, realistic training specifically designed to prepare you for the complexities of real-world fieldwork, ensuring you are better equipped to handle diverse scenarios safely and effectively.
3. Enhanced Safety and Reduced Liability
By participating in our rigorous training, you and your team will gain crucial skills that enhance safety and reduce liability. Our program’s focus on practical, field-oriented education helps mitigate risks and prepares you for the challenges of fugitive recovery.
4. Supplemental Education for Professionals
Our academy’s curriculum serves as supplemental education for existing licensed fugitive recovery agents and the Fugitive Recovery Academy will be submitted for continuing education credit in the future. Joint Tactical is a certified provider approved by the California Department of Insurance.
Fugitive Recovery Academy Learning Concepts:
· Ethics / Professionalism
· State Law and Authority
· Physical Training and Health
· Gear and Equipment
· Firearms Training (Pistol)
· Close Quarter Combat (CQB) / Building Searching
· Mechanical Breaching
· Use of Force / Deadly Force
· First Aid
· Covert Physical Surveillance
· Effective Documentation for Professionals
· Mission Planning for Fugitive Operations
· Open Air Arrests / Takedowns
· Fugitive Investigations “Skip Tracing”
· Informant Management
· Criminal Street Gangs
· Deescalation
· Civil Liability
· Working with Law Enforcement
· Scenario and Written Testing
All students will be regularly assessed on the Academy Learning Concepts. Those who do not meet the required standards will receive additional support and instruction before their final assessments. Students who do not pass the testing will not receive a certificate of completion.
Prerequisites / Required Equipment
- Fugitive Recovery License: All participants must have a valid and active fugitive recovery license.
- Background Check: No felony convictions or domestic violence misdemeanors. A background check is mandatory.
- Vehicle: Access to an insured vehicle is required.
- Body Armor: A load-bearing vest or plate carrier with body armor is necessary.
- Duty Belt: A duty belt or tactical belt must be worn.
- Handgun: A full-size duty handgun (striker-fired or double action) is required.
- Magazines: Three (3) handgun magazines.
- Ammunition: 200 rounds of ammunition.
- Cleaning Kit: A handgun cleaning kit.
- Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses, ear protection, and a hat or head cover.
- Flashlight: A reliable flashlight.
- Binoculars: Binoculars are needed.
- Clothing: Both tactical and plain clothes are required.
- Supplies: Water bottle and snacks for personal use.
Fitness Standards
- Physical Condition: Participants must be in good physical shape. To successfully complete the scenario-based training, it is recommended that students meet the following minimum physical fitness standards:
- Run 1 mile in under 11:00 minutes.
- Complete 15 push-ups.
- Complete 15 air squats (90 degree)
- Complete 1 pull-up.