Article 31
Insurance Contracts - General

Sections

Simplified comprehensive policies of insurance

Requirements for the use of readable and understandable insurance policies

Non-conforming contracts

Contract provisions required by laws of other jurisdictions

Representations by the insured

Warranty defined

Sale of insurance policies by vending machine

Reinsurance contracts excepted

False statements in applications for membership in fraternal benefit societies

Withdrawal of any policy form

Special provisions relating to senior citizens

Automatic bank withdrawal agreements

Consent of and notification of an irrevocable beneficiary under a court order of divorce or separation

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May 24, 2025

Last modified:
Dec. 16, 2022

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