Maine Uniform Surety Bond (USB) is a type of surety bond required by the state of Maine to protect the public from any dishonest or unlawful acts of a business or individual. Uses are most commonly required in certain professions, such as contractors, motor vehicle dealers, collection agencies, and insurance agents. This bond guarantees that the business or individual will act in accordance with all applicable laws set by the state. There are three primary types of Maine Uniform Surety Bonds: Contractor License Bond, Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond, and Collection Agency Bond. The Contractor License Bond guarantees that the contractor will complete all work in accordance with state laws and regulations and will pay all fees, taxes, and other liabilities due to the state. The Motor Vehicle Dealer Bond guarantees that the dealer will comply with all applicable laws, such as the vehicle registration and titling process. Lastly, the Collection Agency Bond guarantees that the agency will comply with all state and federal laws related to collecting debts.