California § 10490 - This article is applicable only to life and disability insurance. Except as other
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 10490 — This article is applicable only to life and disability insurance. Except as other, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10490. This article is applicable only to life and disability insurance. Except as other
This article is applicable only to life and disability insurance. Except as otherwise expressly permitted by this code or when transacted pursuant to or expressly exempted by this article, life or disability insurance shall not be transacted in this State by any person other than a corporation. A person shall not transact life or disability insurance in this State except pursuant to a valid and unrevoked certificate of authority issued by the commissioner or, after registration with the commissioner, under a valid and unrevoked certificate of exemption issued by the commissioner pursuant to this article. Any person subject to or exempted from Chapter 10 of this part is also exempted from this article.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 10490
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 10490 cover?
Section 10490 ("This article is applicable only to life and disability insurance. Except as other") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. 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 California § 10490?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 10490" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 10490 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in California can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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