New Mexico Public Adjuster Bonds

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Why is a New Mexico Adjuster Bond Required?

The public adjuster bond is conditioned upon the licensed as public adjuster's compliance with the provisions of the New Mexico Insurance Code pertaining to insurance adjusters. This surety bond is written in favor of the Division and specifically authorizes recovery by the Division for any damages sustained in the event the licensee is guilty of violations of law or unfair practices in connection with business conduct as a public adjuster.

This independent adjuster surety bond - no longer required- was written for the benefit of the New Mexico Division of Insurance and recovery was authorized against the surety bond by the Division for financial damages sustained when licensee is guilty of law violations or unfair practices, or other infractions in connection with his or her business as an Independent Adjuster. 

Adjuster Bonds And Getting Your New Mexico Business License/Registration

No person is permitted to act as, or hold himself out to be, an adjuster in the state of New Mexico unless properly licensed as such by the superintendent under the New Mexico Insurance Code. The superintendent licenses adjuster's only who are in compliance with this article and Article 11 [Chapter 59A Article 11 NMSA 1978] (licensing procedures) of the Insurance Code. The following requirements generally must be met by the adjuster applicant;

• At least 18 years of age
• New Mexico resident of this state or country that permits residents of this state to act as adjusters
• Demonstrated a good business reputation and intentions to conduct business of adjusting insurance claims
• At least one year's experience or special education or training in handling of losses or claims under insurance contracts to demonstrate applicant's competence to fulfill the responsibilities of an adjuster
• Has filed the surety bond required (for public adjusters) under Section 233 [ 59A-13-5 NMSA 1978] and described above

Additional New Mexico Adjuster Bond Resources & Links

New Mexico Office of The Superintendent of Insurance

New Mexico Office of the Superintendent of Insurance Surety Bond Information