Does killing bounty hunters raise your bounty?

Killing bounty hunters does not increase your bounty in the game, which can be a strategic advantage for players trying to evade capture. Each state in the game tracks criminal activity independently, meaning that a bounty placed on a player in one state, such as New Hanover, does not automatically transfer to another state like Ambarino. This allows players to escape their high bounty by simply crossing state lines. While bounty hunters may actively pursue the player, eliminating them does not result in additional bounties being placed on the player's head. This mechanic encourages players to engage with bounty hunters without the fear of escalating their criminal status, allowing for a more dynamic gameplay experience as they navigate the game's world.