Maine § 17055. - Beneficiary who is an incapacitated person or a minor

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 17055. — Beneficiary who is an incapacitated person or a minor, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 17055.. Beneficiary who is an incapacitated person or a minor

For the purposes of this Part:   [PL 1985, c. 801, §§ 5, 7 (NEW).]

1.  Election of benefit.  If a beneficiary is not lawfully qualified to make an election, the election must be made for the beneficiary by the person authorized to do so by Title 18-C, Article 5; and

2.  Payment of benefit.  Payment of any benefit to an individual subject to guardianship, as defined in Title 18-C, section 5-102, or a minor must be made in accordance with Title 18-C, Article 5.

Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 17055.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 17055. cover?

Section 17055. ("Beneficiary who is an incapacitated person or a minor") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 17055.?

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