Ohio § 3905.86
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 3905.86, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3905.86.
(A) Any person licensed as a surety bail bond agent may be appointed by an insurer in
accordance with this section. (B) To appoint a surety bail bond agent as its agent, an insurer shall file a notice
of appointment with the superintendent of insurance in the manner prescribed by the
superintendent. All insurers shall pay to the superintendent a fee pursuant to division (A)(8) of section 3905.40 of the Revised Code for each such appointment when issued and for each continuance thereafter. Such an appointment, unless canceled by the insurer, may be continued in force past
the thirtieth day of June next after its issue and after the thirtieth day of June
of each succeeding year provided that the appointee is licensed and is eligible for
the appointment. Any fee collected under this division shall be paid into the state treasury to the
credit of the department of insurance operating fund created by section 3901.021 of the Revised Code . (C)(1) By appointing a surety bail bond agent, an insurer certifies to the superintendent
that the person is competent, financially responsible, and suitable to represent the
insurer. (2) An insurer shall be bound by the acts of the person named in the appointment within
that person's actual or apparent authority as its agent. (D) A surety bail bond agent shall not represent to the public that the agent has authority
to represent a particular insurer until the insurer has acknowledged that authority
by appointment of the agent in accordance with this section.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 3905.86
What does Ohio Revised Code § 3905.86 cover?
Section 3905.86 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 3905.86?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 3905.86" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 3905.86 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Ohio can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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