P&C license in TX - Criminal Background question

[Judy Hoang]

I've been hired on with Liberty Mutual and have been prepping to take the p&c exam to get licensed... however I have a class b misdemeanor for possession of theft from 2013 that is still pending with a warrant.

I also have a class b misdemeanor theft charge for under $500.

Do I have any chances of getting my license application approved? Has anyone else gone through the same thing only to get denied?

 

[adjusterjack]

Do I have any chances of getting my license application approved?

Slim.

According to the TDI website:

TDI will issue an insurance license to individuals who:
Have not committed an act for which a license may be denied, as defined under §4005.101 of the Texas Insurance Code and §1.502 of 28 Texas Administrative Code.

https://www.asisvcs.com/publications/pdf/124400.pdf

The cited sections can be found at:

Texas Administrative Code

INSURANCE CODE CHAPTER 4005. CONDUCT, DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS, AND SANCTIONS

Does LM know about your criminal background?

 

[Judy Hoang]

Yes LM knows, they did a pretty extensive background check and did not mention anything about the criminal aspect. I got a copy of the background info they pulled and all of the information concerning the charges was there... so I know they know. I brought up my concerns and my trainer advised that the LM licensing coordinator will do what she can to work with me.

The theft charge was dismissed. The possession charge is still pending.

 

[adjusterjack]

All you can do is wait and see. If LM is willing to back you up with the TDI, you might have a better chance.

 

[Judy Hoang]

Thank you for your insight I really do appreciate it!

 

[Judy Hoang]

My license was approved and LM appointed me. Thanks

 

[adjusterjack]

Congrats. Best wishes for your new endeavor.