Alabama § 15-13-209 - Licensing Violations.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 15-13-209 — Licensing Violations., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15-13-209. Licensing Violations.
(a) Except as otherwise provided in this article, it shall be unlawful for any individual to act as a professional bondsman or recovery agent, or transact business as either, without first obtaining a license from the board, but a professional surety bondsman shall obtain a license from the Department of Insurance and shall comply with all licensing requirements issued by the Department of Insurance.
(b) Any individual who willfully violates subsection (a) or any other provision of this article, or a rule adopted or order issued by the board pursuant to this article, upon conviction, shall be guilty of a Class D felony.
(c) Each individual licensed in accordance with this article shall designate to the board a physical address where his or her records are to be kept.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 15-13-209
What does Code of Alabama § 15-13-209 cover?
Section 15-13-209 ("Licensing Violations.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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