Under what condition is a full stenographic record of the proceedings required for hearings?

• A. The bondsman requests in writing and pays the cost
• B. It is always provided automatically
• C. It is never required
• D. The Insurance Commissioner decides case-by-case

Answer: (A)

A full stenographic record is required only when the bondsman asks for it in writing and pays the transcription cost. This setup means transcripts aren’t produced automatically for every hearing; they’re made available to those who incur the expense and formally request it. This ensures due process and allows for later review or appeal, while avoiding unnecessary costs for all participants. The other options don’t fit because transcripts aren’t automatically provided, they aren’t never required, and the requirement isn’t decided on a case-by-case basis by the commissioner—the trigger is a written request accompanied by payment.