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Telemarketing Surety Bond

Any commercial telephone seller (telemarketer) as defined in Alabama Code § 8-19A-3 who conducts telemarketing, telephone seller, or telephone solicitation activities in Alabama. Required when: Filing an application for a commercial telephone seller license with the Office of the Attorney General. Exemptions: Exemptio…

Overview

What it is.

Any commercial telephone seller (telemarketer) as defined in Alabama Code § 8-19A-3 who conducts telemarketing, telephone seller, or telephone solicitation activities in Alabama. Required when: Filing an application for a commercial telephone seller license with the Office of the Attorney General. Exemptions: Exemptio…

Who usually needs it

Any commercial telephone seller (telemarketer) as defined in Alabama Code § 8-19A-3 who conducts telemarketing, telephone seller, or telephone solicitation activities in Alabama.

Pricing & timing

What to expect.

Generic pricing

License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…

Typical timeframe

Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting

Application

What to do next.

  1. Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
  2. Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
  3. Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
  4. Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
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Details

Bond details.

StateAL
Bond amount$50,000
Term lengthAnnual
ObligeeAlabama Office of the Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section
RenewalThe commercial telephone seller license must be renewed annually. The bond must be maintained for the duration of the license term and updated or replaced during the annual renewal process.
Bond classLicense Bond
CategoryOther
BondTelemarketing Surety Bond
Statutory referenceAlabama Code § 8-19A-10
JurisdictionState
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