Professions and occupations; bail bondsman; definitions; cash bail bondsman; effective date.

HB 1708 clarifies definitions for bail bondsmen in Oklahoma, directly affecting individuals and companies providing bail bonds. It adds specific terms like "charitable cash bondsman" (a bondsman who posts cash security without charging fees) and distinguishes between types including surety, property, professional, and multicounty agent bondsmen. The bill amends Sections 1301 and 1306 of Title 59 to define key roles, requirements for licensing (such as net worth thresholds for professional bondsmen), and clarify terms like "cash bondsman" and "solicitation." These definitions aim to standardize regulatory language without changing existing licensing procedures or financial requirements.