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HomeInsurance CodeDiv. 1Pt. 2Ch. 1Art. 8§ 847 Broker Bond Requirements

§ 847 Broker Bond Requirements

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§ 847 Broker Bond Requirements

This law says that anyone who wants to become a broker in California must give the state a $5,000 bond. This bond acts like a promise that the broker will follow the rules, handle money honestly, and pay for any harm they cause.

Key Takeaways

  • •Broker must give a $5,000 bond to the state to start working.
  • •The bond is a promise to follow the rules and handle money honestly.
  • •If the broker breaks the rules, the bond helps pay back people who were hurt.

Example

A person wants to start a business helping others buy and sell stocks.

Before they can start, they must give the state a $5,000 bond. If they break the rules, like lying about investments or stealing money, the bond helps pay back the people they hurt.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 847 Broker Bond Requirements

At the time of filing an application for a broker’s certificate, the applicant shall file with the commissioner a bond for five thousand dollars, payable to the people of the State of California, for the use and benefit of any interested person, to be approved by the commissioner. The bond shall be conditioned upon the following conduct by the broker, the broker’s agents, and employees: (a) Strict compliance with the provisions of this article. (b) Honest and faithful application of all funds received. (c) Honest and faithful performance of all obligations and undertakings in the purchase or sale of securities. (d) Payment of all damages suffered by any person damaged or defrauded by reason of the violation of any of the provisions of this article, or by reason of any fraud connected with or growing out of any transaction contemplated by the provisions of this article. (Amended by Stats. 1982, Ch. 517, Sec. 278.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

complianceperformancecommissiondamagesbenefitfraudemployeesecurities

Related Statutes

  • § 839 Commissioner Permit Issuance Criteria
  • § 845 Insurer Security Sales Permits
  • § 850 Foreign Corporation Filing Requirements
  • § 851 Securities Application Review
  • § 859 Broker And Agent Fees

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Insurance Code. Section 847.
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