Pennsylvania — Game Commission Hunting License Agent (Partnership) Bond
The Pennsylvania Game Commission Hunting License Agent Bond is a financial security requirement for partnerships designated to issue hunting licenses within the Commonwealth. This bond ensures that the issuing agent fulfills their duties in compliance with the Game and Wildlife Code.
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- Recorded state
- Pennsylvania
- Bond type
- Outdoor Recreation / Guide / Wildlife License Bond
- Category
- Entertainment, sports & recreation
What this bond does
This surety bond guarantees that an agent acting as a hunting license issuer properly accounts for and pays all funds received in their official capacity to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It protects the state against potential financial losses caused by an agent's failure to faithfully discharge their duties under Chapter 27 of the Game and Wildlife Code.
- Who needs it
- Partnerships in Pennsylvania that have been appointed as issuing agents by the Pennsylvania Game Commission for the sale of hunting licenses.
- Who it protects
- The bond protects the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, which is the obligee. In the event of a failure by the principal to perform their duties or account for collected license fees, the bond provides a mechanism for the state to seek recovery.
Your bond option
This is the option on record for this bond.
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The bond amount describes the limit of the bond obligation, not the price. A listed amount does not establish what the requesting party requires. The premium is what you pay and must be confirmed for the actual option. An E&O limit, where listed, is separate errors and omissions insurance.
Sources
- Pennsylvania Game Commission Bond Form PGC-L-5 (opens in a new tab)Checked October 18, 2026
Have these ready
- Verify the specific bond amount required by the Pennsylvania Game Commission for your license agency appointment.
- Ensure all partners of the firm are available to sign and seal the bond instrument as required by the state form.
- Confirm that your chosen surety company is authorized to conduct business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
- Review the completed PGC-L-5 document for accuracy against your official agency appointment details before submission.
Questions about this bond
Who is protected by this bond?
The bond is issued in favor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, which is the entity protected against potential mismanagement of funds by the license agent.
What happens if a partnership fails to remit license fees?
Failure to correctly account for or pay funds due to the Commonwealth can lead to legal action by the Attorney General to recover the bond amount and associated costs.
Does this bond apply to individual license agents?
While this bond instrument includes a specific section for partnership sign-off, the PGC-L-5 form also provides distinct signature areas for corporations and individuals depending on the agent's organizational structure.
How long is the bond effective?
The bond remains in full force and effect until the revocation of the agent's permit or until the surety is otherwise released and discharged as prescribed by law.