CA Ins Code Section 15035

Every licensee shall at all times maintain on file the surety bond required by this chapter in full force and effect and upon failure to do so the license of the licensee shall be forthwith suspended and shall not be reinstated until an application therefore, in the form prescribed by the commissioner, is filed together with a proper bond. The commissioner may deny the application notwithstanding the applicant’s compliance with this section:

(a)

For any reason which would justify a refusal to issue, or a suspension or revocation of, a license.

(b)

For the performance of applicant of any practice while under suspension for failure to keep his or her bond in force, for which a license under this chapter is required.