The term for a person hired to secure return of stolen property is:

• A. Thief Catcher
• B. Private Investigator
• C. Bail Bondsman
• D. Private Security Guard

Answer: (A)

This question tests knowledge of a historical job title for someone hired to recover stolen property. A thief catcher is the term used for someone contracted to pursue thieves and secure the return of goods. It directly describes the specific task of obtaining back stolen property, which is why it fits best.

Modern private investigators do investigative work and may help recover property, but their role is broader and not limited to returning stolen items. A bail bondsman focuses on posting bond to secure a suspect’s release, not on recovering property. A private security guard aims to prevent theft and protect property, not primarily to recover stolen goods.