1. A. As used in this Rule, unless the context otherwise requires, the following definitions shall be applicable.

   1. Adjuster―an individual who is licensed by the commissioner as a claims adjuster pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 22:1661-1678 or as a public adjuster pursuant to the provisions R.S. 22:1691-1708.
   2. Claims Adjuster―an individual who is licensed by the commissioner as a claims adjuster pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 22:1661-1678.
   3. Commissioner―the commissioner of insurance of Louisiana.
   4. Insurance Consultant―an individual licensed as an insurance consultant pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 22:1808.1-1808.13.
   5. Insurance Producer or Producer―an individual who is licensed by the commissioner as an insurance producer pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 22:1541-1566.
   6. Licensee―an individual licensed as an insurance producer or insurance consultant for the lines of life, accident and health or sickness, property, casualty, bail bonds, personal lines, title, or as a claims adjuster or a public adjuster by the commissioner.
   7. Provider―an entity presenting a continuing education program.
   8. Public Adjuster―an individual who is licensed by the commissioner as a public adjuster pursuant to the provisions of R.S. 22:1691-1708.
   9. Renewal Period―the two years immediately preceding expiration of a producer or adjuster license. For the purposes of a newly issued license “renewal period” shall mean the time between the issuance of the license and the next scheduled expiration of the license.
2. Self-Study―an internet, CD-ROM, DVD, or other computer based presentation or a correspondence course.

Authority Note

AUTHORITY NOTE: Promulgated in accordance with R.S. 22:11, R.S. 22:1547, R.S. 22:1573, R.S. 22:1673, R.S. 22:1678, R.S. 22:1702, R.S. 22:1708, R.S. 22:1808.4 and the Administrative Procedure Act, R.S. 49:950 et seq.

Historical Note

HISTORICAL NOTE: Promulgated by the Department of Insurance, Office of the Commissioner, LR 37:2173 (July 2011), amended LR 47:600 (May 2021), amended LR 48:2762 (November 2022).