If you sell checks, drafts, or money orders or if you have a small loan endorsement under chapter 31.45 RCW you must obtain and maintain a bond. The bond must run to the benefit of the state and any person or persons who suffer loss as a result of your actions. You must file the bond with the director at the beginning of each calendar year. The bond must be issued by a surety that meets the requirements of chapter 48.28 RCW. The bond form must be acceptable to the director. You may obtain a copy of an acceptable form from the department.