§ 33-5-21 - Authorization of procurement of surplus line insurance; conditions
O.C.G.A. 33-5-21 (2010)
33-5-21. Authorization of procurement of surplus line insurance; conditions
Surplus line insurance may be procured from unauthorized insurers subject to the following conditions:
(1) The insurance must be procured through a licensed surplus line broker;
(2) The insurance may only be procured from insurers which meet the financial condition requirements of Code Section 33-5-25;
(3) The insured or the insured's agent has made an effort to procure the desired insurance coverage or benefits from authorized insurers, but such effort has been unsuccessful in obtaining insurance coverage or benefits which are satisfactory to the insured; and
(4) The insurance shall not be procured under this chapter for personal passenger motor vehicle coverage or residential dwelling property coverage unless such insurance cannot be obtained from an authorized insurer.