Fugitive Recovery
/ˈfjuːdʒɪtɪv rɪˈkʌvəri/
Definitions
- (n.) The act of locating and apprehending a person who has fled custody or legal supervision to avoid prosecution or punishment, typically performed by a bail bondsman or a licensed recovery agent.
The fugitive recovery agent tracked down the defendant who skipped bail.
Forms
- fugitive recovery
- fugitive recoveries
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Commentary
Fugitive recovery is distinct from formal law enforcement capture and often involves private agents operating under specific legal constraints.
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