California Disciplinary Contractor Bond (CSLB)
Bond Details
A disciplinary bond must be filed with the Registrar if a license has been revoked or suspended due to violation of the Contractors’ License Law and the licensee seeks to reinstate or apply for a new license.
Bond Amount: Varies (Minimum $25k)
Premium: Varies
Filing Requirements
- The disciplinary bond must be filed in addition to any other bond(s) required for maintaining an active license; it cannot replace or be combined with them.
- NNASurety automatically e-files your bond with your state once you make your purchase.
- The bond must:
- Be written by a surety company licensed through the California Department of Insurance
- Exactly match the business name and license number as reflected in CSLB records
- Bear the signature of the attorney-in-fact for the surety company
- Be received at the CSLB Headquarters Office within 90 days of the bond’s effective date
Duration
- Must remain current and on file with the Registrar for at least two years. In some cases, the Registrar may require a longer period.
License Status During Bond Period
- While the disciplinary bond is on file, the company’s license must remain active and in good standing.
CSLB Bond Requirements at a Glance
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Feature |
Details |
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Purpose |
Reinstate or reissue a revoked/suspended license |
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Required Amount |
Minimum $25,000; up to 10× contractor’s bond (per Registrar's discretion) |
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Filing Conditions |
In addition to all other bonds; cannot replace or combine with others |
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Surety Requirements |
Licensed insurer; AG-approved form; matches CSLB records; signed by attorney-in-fact |
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Submission Deadline |
Within 90 days of bond’s effective date |
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Retention Period |
At least 2 years (or longer if required) |
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License Condition |
Must remain active while bond is on file |