Popular Surety Bonds in Utah
Notary Surety Bond
Utah requires notaries to post a $5,000 bond during their four-year commission. Errors and omissions insurance is also recommended.
Motor Vehicle – Body Shop Bond
To work as a motor vehicle dealer, special equipment dealer, crusher, or body shop owner in Utah, you need a $20,000 surety bond.
Public Official Bonds
To hold a public official position in Utah, including treasurer, tax collector, or other, you must obtain a bond and renew it annually.
Tobacco Tax Bond
The Utah State Tax Commission requires retailers, wholesalers, and distributors who buy tobacco, cigarette, or nicotine products from unlicensed sources to collect and remit taxes on these products and post a bond.
UDOT Right of Way Encroachment Bond
The Utah Department of Transportation requires contractors to obtain a permit and a $25,000 bond to perform construction activities in the UDOT right of way.
Private Investigative Agency Bond
To apply for or renew your private investigator license, you must post a $10,000 surety bond. The bond holds private investigators in the state accountable to the law.
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How much does a surety bond cost?
The cost of a bond can vary based on a few factors, including the type of bond, the amount required, your credit score, and finances. Your bond premium will be a small percentage of the total bond amount – typically 1-10%.
Generally, the stronger your credit score, the lower your rate will be. However, we do not need to run your credit in some cases. We can issue some bonds instantly at a flat rate.
How do I know which bond I need in Utah?
Various businesses, contractors, and other professionals will need surety bonds to operate legally in Utah. Many professions that require state, county, or city licenses to work or practice will also require surety bonds.
Here are some examples:
- You may need various construction bonds to work as a contractor.
- You may need a license or permit bond to operate a professional business.
- Or you may need a court bond to fulfill your duties as a fiduciary.
How to Obtain a Surety Bond: Utah
We’ll help you find the bond you need, complete the application, and be off and running. Call us at (888) 435-4191 or email support@zipbonds.com. We also have Live Chat on our website during working hours. Reach out any time!
About ZipBonds.com
Founders Ryan Swalve and Zach Mefferd formed the vision for ZipBonds.com when they realized how overly complicated it was to help clients place surety. The frustration of being unable to incorporate the technology they’d used in other insurance-focused projects left them thinking “there has to be a better way.”
Fast forward a couple of years, and that better way is the impetus of everything we do at ZipBonds. We constantly look for innovative ways to improve the bonding process for our clients and agents. Our team comprises individuals who understand all angles of surety – for companies, agencies, and individuals. Incorporating everyone’s point of view to improve the process while simultaneously integrating cutting-edge technology is what sets our business apart.