Revised Code of Washington - RCW Title 48 Insurance - Section 48.17.067 Determining whether authorization exists -- Burden on solicitor, agent, or broker

§ 48.17.067. Determining whether authorization exists -- Burden on solicitor, agent, or broker

Any solicitor, agent, or broker soliciting, negotiating, or procuring an application for insurance or health care services in this state must make a good faith effort to determine whether the entity that is issuing the coverage is:

(1) Authorized to transact insurance or health coverage in this state; or

(2) Conducting business through a surplus lines broker licensed under chapter 48.15 RCW.

[2003 c 250 § 6.]

Notes:
     Severability -- 2003 c 250: See note following RCW 48.01.080.

     RCW 48.17.067

Determining whether authorization exists Burden on insurance producer or title insurance agent. (Effective July 1, 2009.)

Any insurance producer or title insurance agent soliciting, negotiating, or procuring an application for insurance or health care services in this state must make a good faith effort to determine whether the entity that is issuing the coverage is:

(1) Authorized to transact insurance or health coverage in this state; or

(2) Conducting business through a surplus line broker licensed under chapter 48.15 RCW.

[2007 c 117 § 6; 2003 c 250 § 6.]

Notes:
     Severability -- 2003 c 250: See note following RCW 48.01.080.

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