If certain insurance coverages cannot be procured from authorized insurers, such coverages, hereinafter designated "surplus lines," may be procured from unauthorized insurers, subject to the following conditions: [1969, c. 132, §1(NEW).]
1. The insurance must be procured through a licensed producer with surplus lines authority. [1997, c. 592, §50(AMD).]
2. The desired coverage is necessary for the adequate protection of a risk in the State. [1969, c. 132, §1(NEW).]
3. It may be written under the laws of this State by an authorized insurer. [1969, c. 132, §1(NEW).]
4. The insurance is not available after diligent effort has been made to place the coverage with authorized insurers. [1969, c. 132, §1(NEW).]
1969, c. 132, § 1 (NEW) . 1997, c. 592, § 50 (AMD) .