# Mont. Code Ann. § 33-17-201: 33-17-201 License required of insurance producer -- forms -- background examinations

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_MT_T33_C17_P2_S33-17-201

## Section

- **Citation:** Mont. Code Ann. § 33-17-201
- **Heading:** 33-17-201 License required of insurance producer -- forms -- background examinations
- **Jurisdiction:** Montana
- **Kind:** Statutes
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** MT Code / Title 33 / Chapter 17 / Part 2 / Section 33-17-201

## Text

33-17-201 . License required of insurance producer -- forms -- background examinations. (1) A person may not sell, solicit, or negotiate insurance or act as an insurance producer in this state unless licensed as an insurance producer under this chapter.

(2) The commissioner may prescribe by rule and make available the forms required in connection with application for, issuance, continuation, suspension, or termination of a license.

(3) All resident applicants shall undergo prelicensing background examinations. The applicant or insurer shall pay the cost of the background examinations.

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