Our Services
Explore our range of services tailored to meet your specific needs.
Public Official Bond
Public official bonds are required for individuals elected or appointed to positions of public trust. They ensure that the official will perform their duties faithfully and honestly.
Common Roles: Treasurers, tax collectors, judges, and law enforcement officers often require these.
Purpose: These bonds protect public funds and ensure that the official adheres to the law while in office. If an official mismanages funds or fails in their legal duties, the bond provides a remedy for the government entity.
Fidelity Bonds
Fidelity bonds protect a business from the dishonest acts of its own employees. While other surety bonds protect a third party, fidelity bonds function more like a specialized insurance policy for the business owner.
Construction Bonds
Construction bonds (often called Contract Surety Bonds) guarantee that a specific construction project will be completed according to the terms of the contract. They protect the project owner (the obligee) from financial loss if a contractor fails to perform.
Bid Bonds: Ensure the contractor will enter the contract if the bid is awarded.
Performance Bonds: Guarantee the work is completed as outlined in the contract.
Payment Bonds: Ensure the contractor pays their subcontractors, laborers, and material suppliers.
Specialty & Miscellaneous Bonds
Private Investigator & Process Server Bonds
South Carolina law (often overseen by SLED) requires specific bonding for those in the security and legal support industries.
Private Investigator Bonds: Required to obtain a PI license, guaranteeing that the investigator will comply with state laws and not misuse their position.
Process Server Bonds: Guarantees the ethical delivery of legal documents and protects the public from malfeasance during the service of process.
Notary Public Bonds
While a Notary Public is a public official, these bonds are often handled separately due to their high volume and low cost.
Purpose: This bond protects the public from financial harm caused by a notary’s negligence or misconduct. (Note: We can also assist with Errors & Omissions insurance for Notaries, which protects the Notary themselves).
Defective Title Bonds (Certificate of Title)
Essential for vehicle owners and enthusiasts who have purchased a car without a title or with a lost title.
Purpose: This bond allows the DMV to issue a new title by guaranteeing that the applicant is the true owner of the vehicle. It protects the state and any previous owners should a dispute over ownership arise later.
Lottery Retailer Bonds
Businesses that wish to sell tickets for the South Carolina Education Lottery are often required to post this bond.
Purpose: It guarantees that the business will properly manage the lottery equipment and remit all ticket sales revenue to the state lottery commission on time.
DMEPOS (Medicare) Bonds
For pharmacies and medical supply companies that bill Medicare for "Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies."
Purpose: The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) require this bond to reduce billing fraud and ensure suppliers adhere to Medicare enrollment standards.
Public Official Bond
Commercial bonds are often a legal prerequisite for doing business. Whether you are opening a new dealership, managing a sensitive legal estate, or applying for a professional license in South Carolina, Alston Risk and Surety provides the financial guarantees you need to stay compliant and operational.
Unlike traditional insurance, these bonds act as a three-party agreement that protects the public, the state, or the court system by guaranteeing your business will follow all applicable laws and regulations.
Our Key Commercial Bond Solutions
License and Permit Bonds
Most regulated industries require a bond before a business license can be issued. These bonds guarantee that you will operate according to the statutes of your specific industry.
Auto Dealer Bonds
Mandatory for motor vehicle dealers to ensure ethical business practices and tax compliance.
Mortgage Broker Bonds
Protects consumers from predatory practices or fraud.
Alcohol & Tobacco Tax Bonds
Guarantees that the appropriate state taxes are paid on the sale of regulated goods.
How this works
Simple. Fast. Secure.
Getting the bond you need shouldn’t be a headache. We’ve streamlined our process into three easy steps:
Select Your Bond Type
Browse our list of available surety and risk bonds. Once you click on the specific bond type you need, you will have the option to schedule an appointment with me directly to discuss your requirements and start the application process.
Quick Application
Most bond documents are available to download and print instantly. If your bond requires an underwriting review, I can either send you a secure "Application Link" to complete at your convenience or I can submit the details on your behalf to speed things up.
Sign & Finalize
Once the application is submitted, you’ll receive a secure link via email to digitally sign your Indemnity Agreement and make your payment. Your bond is then ready to go!
