How much does a $10,000 pawnshop bond cost in Florida?
Want to be a legal pawnbroker in Florida? The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services requires pawnbrokers to post surety bonds. Florida pawnbroking bonds cost a flat rate of $100 for all applicants. Buy your bond online now!
Why do I need this bond?
By posting a Florida pawnbroker surety bond, principals (pawnbrokers) pledge not to violate any terms found in 539.001-539.003 of the Florida Statutes, which is also referred to as the Florida Pawnbroking Act. If the pawnbroker fails to adhere to these terms and does not perform services as contracted, the bond protects harmed parties from financial loss.
What’s the fine print?
Florida pawnbroking bonds have a set expiration of 1 year after the sign and seal date. The surety can cancel the bond prior to the expiration date by giving notice of intent to cancel to the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services 30 days prior to the desired termination date.
How to become a pawnbroker in Florida
To become a licensed pawnbroker in Florida, applicants must maintain a net worth of at least $50,000 or file security in the form of a bond, letter of credit or certificate of deposit in the amount of $10,000.
Other licensing information can be accessed from the Additional Resources section of this page.
Take your first step toward becoming a licensed pawnbroker by purchasing your bond online now!
