Alabama § 27-18-5 - Policy Provisions - Copy of Application; Representations; Statements as Evidence.
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§ 27-18-5. Policy Provisions - Copy of Application; Representations; Statements as Evidence.
The group life insurance policy shall contain a provision that a copy of the application, if any, of the policyholder shall be attached to the policy when issued, that all statements made by the policyholder or by the persons insured shall be deemed representations and not warranties and that no statement made by any person insured shall be used in any contest unless a copy of the instrument containing the statement is or has been furnished to such person or to his beneficiary.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 27-18-5
What does Code of Alabama § 27-18-5 cover?
Section 27-18-5 ("Policy Provisions - Copy of Application; Representations; Statements as Evidence.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 27-18-5?
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Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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