Which factor is NOT a purpose of bond investigations?

The purpose of bond investigations primarily revolves around evaluating various factors that influence the decision to grant or deny bail for an offender. These factors include assessing the likelihood of the offender appearing for trial, determining the financial status of the offender, and establishing if there is a flight risk, all of which are critical to the court's decision-making process regarding bail.

The evaluation of the offender's prior criminal history is generally not considered a primary purpose of bond investigations. While prior criminal history might be taken into account in the broader context of risk assessment or public safety considerations, it does not directly address the immediate concerns regarding bail, such as ensuring the offender will appear for trial or assessing risk factors associated with flight. The focus of bond investigations is more about the present circumstances and behaviors that could indicate how the offender might act if released on bail, rather than extensive historical criminal background checks that inform other aspects of legal proceedings.