[header] How to become a bail bondsman [title] Find out your state's private bail bond policy. [step] Check to see if the state where you plan to work as a bail bondsman allows private bail bonds for posting bail. Some states do not allow private bonds, and a few other states have special guidelines regarding private bonds. 
Check with your state's department of insurance to find out your state's policies. [substeps] States, such as illinois, kentucky, oregon, and wisconsin do not allow commercial bail.