Maryland § 17-208
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 17-208, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-208.
(a) (1) Subject to the requirements of this section, the lives of a group of individuals may be insured under a policy issued to a volunteer fire, rescue squad, or ambulance service organization to cover the registered members of the organization for the benefit of persons other than the organization.
(2) The volunteer fire, rescue squad, or ambulance service organization to which the policy is issued is deemed the policyholder.
(b) All registered members of a volunteer fire, rescue squad, or ambulance service organization are eligible for insurance under a policy issued in accordance with this section.
(c) (1) The premiums for the policy shall be paid from funds contributed by the volunteer fire, rescue squad, or ambulance service organization or funds contributed by the insured members or from both.
(2) Except as provided in paragraph (3) of this subsection, a policy on which no part of the premium is to be derived from funds contributed by the insured member specifically for the insurance must insure all eligible persons, except those who reject the coverage in writing.
(3) An insurer may exclude or limit the coverage on any person as to whom evidence of individual insurability is not satisfactory to the insurer.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 17-208
What does Maryland Code § 17-208 cover?
Section 17-208 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 17-208?
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Is this the official text of Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 17-208 apply to my situation?
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