Arizona Telephone Solicitation Bond Overview
- Purpose: To protect the public from fraud or deceit by a telephone solicitor
- Who Needs It: All telephone solicitors applying for full registration in Arizona
- Regulating Body: The Arizona Secretary of State (AZSOS)
- Bond Amount: $100,000
- Minimum Price: $1,000, credit-based
What Is an Arizona Telephone Solicitation Bond?
An Arizona telephone solicitation bond protects the public from fraudulent or negligent solicitation practices. If you’re applying for full registration as an Arizona telephone solicitor, you’ll need this bond.
How Much Do Telephonic Seller Bonds Cost in Arizona?
Arizona telephone solicitation bonds start at $1,000, or 1% of the bond amount. Your exact rate will depend on your personal credit score. Apply now!
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How Does an Arizona Phone Solicitation Bond Work?
An Arizona telephone solicitation bond is a legal contract between you, the state and the surety.
| Bond Party | Description |
|---|---|
| 1) Principal | The telephone solicitor filing the bond |
| 2) Obligee | The Arizona Secretary of State requiring the bond |
| 3) Surety | The issuing surety provider |
If you break state law, harmed parties can file bond claims. The surety will pay valid claims up to the full bond amount. However, you’ll need to refund the surety.
How Do I Get Bonded?
If you’re ready to purchase your bond, just fill out the quote request form! We’ll send you your personalized price within one business day.
Then, you can buy your bond online at your convenience. We’ll mail the official bond form directly to you. Be sure to sign and file it with the AZSOS.
How Fast Can I Get My Bond?
At checkout, you can select from overnight, two-day or three-day shipping. Rates range from $20–$40.
Can I Get Bonded With Bad Credit?
You might still be able to get bonded with a poor credit score, but you’ll likely pay a higher premium. Quotes are free and have no impact on your score — apply today!
How Do I Renew My Telemarketing Bond?
Arizona telephone solicitation bonds expire annually on the issue date. When it’s nearing time to renew, we’ll send you an invoice. You’ll then receive a continuation certificate to file with the AZSOS.
Can I Make Changes to My Bond?
You can make changes to your bond by contacting your surety company. Email [email protected], and we’ll issue a bond rider to amend your form.
How to Become a Telephonic Seller in Arizona
Telephonic sellers can apply for full registration, limited registration or a filing exemption. Consult an attorney to determine which option applies to your business. Note that only full registration requires a surety bond.
Next, print and complete the corresponding form on the AZSOS website. Full registration costs $500, while limited registration and filing exemptions are free.
Mail or bring all required materials, including your surety bond if applicable, to:
Secretary of State
Attn: Telephonic Sellers Dept.
1700 W. Washington Street, Fl. 7
Phoenix, AZ 85007-2808
Applications typically take five days to process.
Full registrations are generally valid for one year, depending on the month of filing. Limited registrations and filing exemptions remain valid until amended or canceled.
What Are the Arizona Telephone Solicitation Laws?
Arizona Revised Statutes (A.R.S.) Title 44, Chapter 9, Article 6 outlines prohibited telemarketing acts, including:
- Blocking caller ID to conceal your telephone number
- Calling consumers who have requested no further calls
- Intentionally making unsolicited sales calls
- Using artificial or prerecorded voices to call residential telephone numbers
- Using automatic dialing equipment without excluding specified emergency, healthcare, mobile and do-not-call numbers
- Making outbound calls in violation of applicable federal telemarketing regulations.
Violations of these solicitation laws may result in your registration revocation, legal penalties and bond claims.
