Which of the following records must Ohio bail bond agents maintain?

• A. Personal shopping receipts
• B. Bond contracts and indemnity agreements
• C. Auto repair records
• D. Medical records

Answer: (B)

Ohio bail bond agents must keep records that document the actual bond agreements they handle. The key items are bond contracts and indemnity agreements because they capture the terms of the bond, the obligations of the defendant to appear in court, and the promises from indemnitors to reimburse the agent if the bond is forfeited or the defendant fails to meet the conditions. These documents show who is bound, the bond amount, and the parties responsible for repayment, and they support regulatory oversight and any potential audits. Records like personal shopping receipts, auto repair records, or medical records aren’t related to the bond itself and aren’t required to be maintained by bail bond agents.