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24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-E (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-E. Application for license

 §1420-E. Application for license 1.  Uniform application.  An individual applying for a resident insurance producer license shall apply to the superintendent on the uniform application and declare under penalty of refusal, suspension or revocation of the license that the statements made in the application are true, correct and complete to the best of the individual's knowledge and belief. Before approving the application, the superintendent must find that the individual:   A. Is at least 18 years of age;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]B. Has not committed any act that is a ground for denial, suspension or revocation set forth in section 1420‑K;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]C. [PL 2007, c. 51, §2 (RP).] D. Has paid any required fees set forth in section 601; and   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]E. Has successfully passed the examinations for the lines of authority for which the person has applied.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).][PL 2007, c. 51, §2 (AMD).] 2.  Uniform business entity application.  A business entity acting as an insurance producer is required to obtain an insurance producer license. Application must be made using the uniform business entity application. Before approving the application, the superintendent must find that:   A. The business entity has paid any required fees set forth in section 601; and   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]B. The business entity has designated a licensed producer responsible for the business entity's compliance with the insurance laws, rules and regulations of this State.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).][PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 3.  Verification.  The superintendent may require any documents reasonably necessary to verify the information contained in an application.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 4.  Instruction.  Each insurer that sells, solicits or negotiates any form of limited line credit insurance shall provide to each individual whose duties will include selling, soliciting or negotiating limited line credit insurance a program of instruction that may be approved by the superintendent.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW). PL 2007, c. 51, §2 (AMD).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-G (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-G. Nonresident licensing

 §1420-G. Nonresident licensing 1.  Qualifications.  Unless denied licensure pursuant to section 1420‑K, a nonresident person must be issued a nonresident producer license if:   A. The person is currently licensed as a resident and in good standing in that person's home state;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]B. The person has submitted the proper request for licensure and has paid any fees required by section 601;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]C. The person has submitted or transmitted to the superintendent the application for licensure submitted to that person's home state, or in lieu of the same, a completed uniform application; and   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]D. The person's home state awards nonresident producer licenses to residents of this State on the same basis.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).][PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 2.  Verification.  The superintendent may verify the producer's licensing status through the producer database maintained by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, its affiliates or subsidiaries or any successor organization.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 3.  Change of address.  A nonresident producer who moves from one state to another state or a resident producer who moves from this State to another state shall file a change of address and provide certification from the new resident state within 30 days of the change of legal residence. A fee or license application is not required.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 4.  Surplus lines; license in home state.  Notwithstanding any other provision of this subchapter, a person licensed as a surplus lines producer in that person's home state must be issued a nonresident surplus lines producer license pursuant to subsection 1. Except as provided in subsection 1, nothing in this section otherwise amends or supersedes any other provision of chapter 19.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 5.  Limited lines; license in home state.  Notwithstanding any other provision of this subchapter, a person licensed as a limited line credit insurance or other type of limited lines producer in that person's home state must be issued a nonresident limited lines producer license, pursuant to subsection 1, granting the same scope of authority as granted under the license issued by the producer's home state. For the purposes of this section, limited line insurance is any authority granted by the home state that restricts the authority of the license to less than the total authority prescribed in the associated major lines pursuant to section 1420-F, subsection 1, paragraphs A to F.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-I (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-I. Assumed names

 §1420-I. Assumed names An insurance producer doing business under any name other than the producer's legal name is required to notify the superintendent prior to using the assumed name.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-J (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-J. Temporary licensing

 §1420-J. Temporary licensing 1.  License authorized.  The superintendent may issue a temporary insurance producer license for a period not to exceed 180 days without requiring an examination if the superintendent determines that the temporary license is necessary for the servicing of an insurance business in the following cases:   A. To the surviving spouse or court-appointed personal representative of a licensed insurance producer who dies or becomes mentally or physically disabled to allow adequate time for the sale of the insurance business owned by the producer or for the recovery or return of the producer to the business or to provide for the training and licensing of new personnel to operate the producer's business;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]B. To a member or employee of a business entity licensed as an insurance producer, upon the death or disability of an individual designated in the business entity application or the license;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]C. To the designee of a licensed insurance producer entering active service in the Armed Forces of the United States; or   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).]D. In any other circumstance when the superintendent determines that the public interest will best be served by the issuance of this license.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).][PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 2.  Limitations.  The superintendent may by order limit the authority of any temporary licensee in any way determined necessary to protect insureds and the public. The superintendent may require the temporary licensee to have a suitable sponsor who is a licensed producer or insurer and who assumes responsibility for all acts of the temporary licensee and may impose other similar requirements designed to protect insureds and the public. The superintendent may by order revoke a temporary license if the interest of insureds or the public is endangered. A temporary license may not continue after the owner or the personal representative disposes of the business.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-L (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-L. Commissions

 §1420-L. Commissions 1.  License required to pay.  An insurance company or insurance producer may not pay a commission, service fee, brokerage or other valuable consideration to a person for selling, soliciting or negotiating insurance in this State if that person is required to be licensed under this subchapter and is not so licensed.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 2.  License required to accept.  A person may not accept a commission, service fee, brokerage or other valuable consideration for selling, soliciting or negotiating insurance in this State if that person is required to be licensed under this subchapter and is not so licensed.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 3.  Deferral.  Renewal or other deferred commissions may be paid to a person for selling, soliciting or negotiating insurance in this State if the person was required to be licensed under this subchapter at the time of the sale, solicitation or negotiation and was so licensed at that time.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 4.  Assignments.  An insurer or insurance producer may pay or assign commissions, service fees, brokerages or other valuable consideration to an insurance agency or to persons who do not sell, solicit or negotiate insurance in this State, unless the payment would violate chapter 23 or any other applicable provision of this Title.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-M (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-M. Appointments

 §1420-M. Appointments 1.  Appointment.  An insurance producer, including a nonresident producer acting pursuant to a national nonresident producer license issued through the National Association of Registered Agents and Brokers, may not act as an agent of an insurer unless the insurance producer becomes an appointed agent of that insurer. An insurance producer who is not acting as an agent of an insurer is not required to become appointed.   [PL 2017, c. 115, §3 (AMD).] 2.  Notice.  To appoint a producer as its agent, the appointing insurer shall file, in a format approved by the superintendent, a notice of appointment within 15 days from the date the agency contract is executed or the first insurance application is submitted. An insurer may also elect to appoint a producer to all or some insurers within the insurer's holding company system or group by the filing of a single appointment request.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 3.  Fee.  An insurer shall pay an appointment fee, in the amount and method of payment set forth in section 601, for each insurance producer appointed by the insurer.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 4.  Renewal.  An insurer shall remit, in a manner prescribed by the superintendent, a renewal appointment fee in the amount set forth in section 601.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW). PL 2017, c. 115, §3 (AMD).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-O (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-O. Reciprocity

 §1420-O. Reciprocity 1.  Reciprocity.  The superintendent shall waive any requirements for a nonresident license applicant with a valid license from that person's home state, except the requirements imposed by section 1420‑G, if the applicant's home state awards nonresident licenses to residents of this State on the same basis.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 2.  Continuing education.  Satisfaction of a nonresident producer's home state's continuing education requirements for licensed insurance producers constitutes satisfaction of this State's continuing education requirements if the nonresident producer's home state recognizes the satisfaction of its continuing education requirements imposed upon producers from this State on the same basis.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1420-P (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 2-A: MAINE PRODUCER LICENSING ACT|24-A §1420-P. Reporting of actions

 §1420-P. Reporting of actions 1.  Administrative actions.  A producer shall report to the superintendent any administrative action taken against the producer in another jurisdiction or by another governmental agency in this State within 30 days of the final disposition of the matter. This report must include a copy of the order, consent to order or other relevant legal documents.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] 2.  Criminal actions.  Within 30 days of the initial pretrial hearing date, a producer shall report to the superintendent any criminal prosecution of the producer taken in any jurisdiction. The report must include a copy of the initial complaint filed, the order resulting from the hearing and any other relevant legal documents.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §24 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1421 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1421. Licensing forms

 §1421. Licensing forms The superintendent or an independent licensing service designated by the superintendent shall prescribe, consistent with the applicable requirements of this chapter, and furnish all forms required under this chapter in connection with applications for and issuance of licenses. The superintendent or an independent testing service designated by the superintendent shall prescribe and furnish all forms required in connection with examinations for licenses.   [PL 1997, c. 592, §24 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 592, §24 (AMD).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1422 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1422. License to be issued only on compliance

 §1422. License to be issued only on compliance The superintendent may not issue or permit any license of an applicant who is not in compliance with or who has not established qualifications in accordance with the applicable provisions of this chapter.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §26 (AMD).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 259, §26 (AMD).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1423 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1423. Application for examination (REPEALED)

 §1423. Application for examination (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 592, §§25,26 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 259, §27 (RP).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1424 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1424. Application for license (REPEALED)

 §1424. Application for license (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 592, §§27,28 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 259, §28 (RP).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1424-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1424-A. Application for license

 §1424-A. Application for license 1.  Application.  An individual applying for an insurance adjuster or consultant license shall apply to the superintendent on a form as determined by the superintendent and declare under penalty of refusal, suspension or revocation of the license that the statements made in the application are true, correct and complete to the best of the individual's knowledge and belief. Before approving the application, the superintendent must find that the individual:   A. Has complied with the requirements of subchapter V in the case of consultants and subchapter VI in the case of adjusters;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).]B. Has not committed any act that is a ground for denial, suspension or revocation set forth in sections 1417 and 1420-K;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).]C. Has completed any prelicensing requirements for the license for which the person has applied, as specified in subchapter II;   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).]D. Has paid any required fees set forth in section 601; and   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).]E. Has successfully passed the examinations for the license for which the person, if a resident, has applied.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).][PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).] 2.  Business entity.  A business entity acting as an insurance adjuster or consultant is required to obtain an adjuster or consultant license. Application must be made using the uniform business entity application. Before approving the application, the superintendent must find that:   A. The business entity has paid any required fees set forth in section 601; and   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).]B. The business entity has designated a licensed person responsible for the business entity's compliance with the insurance laws, rules and regulations of this State.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).][PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).] 3.  Verification.  The superintendent may require any documents reasonably necessary to verify the information contained in an application.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §29 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1425 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1425. Investigation of license applicants

 §1425. Investigation of license applicants When an application for license under this chapter is submitted, the superintendent may investigate the applicant's character, financial responsibility, experience, background and fitness for the license applied for.   [PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW); PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF).]SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1426 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1426. Issuance; refusal of license; refunds of fees

 §1426. Issuance; refusal of license; refunds of fees 1.  Issuance.  If the superintendent finds that the application is complete, the applicant has passed any required examination and that the applicant is otherwise qualified for the license applied for, the superintendent shall promptly issue the license; otherwise, the superintendent may not issue the license and shall promptly notify the applicant of such refusal stating the grounds for denial.   [PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW); PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF).] 2.  Fees.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §30 (RP).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 592, §29 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 259, §30 (AMD).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1427 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1427. Exemption from examination requirement (REPEALED)

 §1427. Exemption from examination requirement (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 592, §§30,31 (AMD). PL 1999, c. 270, §§4-6 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 259, §31 (RP).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1427-A (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1427-A. Exemption from examination requirement

 §1427-A. Exemption from examination requirement 1.  Exemption.  An individual who applies for an adjuster or consultant license in this State who was previously licensed as such in another state is not required to complete any prelicensing education or examination pursuant to section 1410. This exemption is only available if the person is currently licensed in that state or if the application is received within 90 days of the cancellation of the applicant's previous license and if the prior state issues a certification that, at the time of cancellation, the applicant was in good standing in that state, or the state's producer database records, maintained by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, its affiliates or subsidiaries or any successor organization, indicate that the adjuster or consultant is or was licensed in good standing for the type of license requested.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §32 (NEW).] 2.  Application.  A person licensed as an adjuster or consultant in another state who moves to this State must apply within 90 days of establishing legal residence to become a resident licensee. Prelicensing education or examination is not required of that person to obtain the adjuster or consultant license type previously held in the prior state except when the superintendent determines otherwise by rule. Rules adopted pursuant to this subsection are routine technical rules as defined in Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter II‑A.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §32 (NEW).] 3.  Other exemptions.  An examination is not required of an applicant for the same type of license that the applicant previously held in this State within the past 2 years, other than a temporary license. This exemption applies only to persons who have met the applicable continuing education requirements during the 2-year period, who voluntarily terminated their previous license, and who continue to be fully qualified for the license. A person whose previous license was revoked or suspended may not become relicensed pursuant to this subsection.   [PL 2001, c. 259, §32 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 2001, c. 259, §32 (NEW).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1428 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1428. Temporary license as insurance producer (REPEALED)

 §1428. Temporary license as insurance producer (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 259, §33 (RP).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1429 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1429. Insurance vending machines (REPEALED)

 §1429. Insurance vending machines (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 2001, c. 259, §33 (RP).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1430 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1430. License continuation or termination (REPEALED)

 §1430. License continuation or termination (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 592, §§32-37 (AMD). PL 2001, c. 259, §34 (RP).
24-A ME Rev Stat § 1431 (2021)
2021 Maine Revised Statutes|TITLE 24-A: MAINE INSURANCE CODE|Chapter 16: PRODUCERS, ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|Subchapter 3: APPLICATION PROCEDURE FOR ADJUSTERS AND CONSULTANTS|24-A §1431. Appointment of insurance producers or agencies (REPEALED)

 §1431. Appointment of insurance producers or agencies (REPEALED)SECTION HISTORY PL 1997, c. 457, §23 (NEW). PL 1997, c. 457, §55 (AFF). PL 1997, c. 592, §38 (RP).