Virginia § 38.2-4008 - Fidelity bond required
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 38.2-4008 — Fidelity bond required, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38.2-4008. Fidelity bond required
As a condition of licensing, each burial society, on behalf of its officers who are charged with the duty of handling its funds, shall obtain, and thereafter for as long as the license remains in effect keep in force, a surety bond with corporate security approved by the Commission. The bond shall be in an amount, not less than $10,000 nor more than $100,000, to be fixed by the Commission. The bond shall secure to the society and its members the faithful performance of its officers' duties and a proper accounting of its funds. The Commission may require the society to provide certification of compliance with the requirements of this section.
Code 1950, § 38-148; 1952, c. 317, § 38.1-558; 1986, c. 562; 2001, c. 706; 2002, c. 147.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 38.2-4008
What does Code of Virginia § 38.2-4008 cover?
Section 38.2-4008 ("Fidelity bond required") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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 Virginia § 38.2-4008?
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