California § 779.20 - When credit life insurance or credit disability insurance is required as addition
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 779.20 — When credit life insurance or credit disability insurance is required as addition, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 779.20. When credit life insurance or credit disability insurance is required as addition
When credit life insurance or credit disability insurance is required as additional security for any indebtedness, the debtor shall, upon request to the creditor, have the option of furnishing the required amount of insurance through existing policies of insurance owned or controlled by him or of procuring and furnishing the required coverage through any insurer authorized to transact an insurance business within this State. This section shall not prevent the creditor from exercising his right to approve or disapprove of the insurer furnishing the credit insurance.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 779.20
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 779.20 cover?
Section 779.20 ("When credit life insurance or credit disability insurance is required as addition") 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 § 779.20?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 779.20" (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 § 779.20 apply to my situation?
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