Massachusetts § 187D - Cancellation of policy; non-payment of premium
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 187D — Cancellation of policy; non-payment of premium, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 187D. Cancellation of policy; non-payment of premium
Section 187D. A company issuing any policy of insurance which provides for cancellation by the company upon giving written notice to the insured and for the payment or tender to the insured of a return premium at any time either before, at or after cancellation, may cancel such policy by giving the notice provided therein in the manner prescribed by section one hundred and eighty-seven C without tendering or paying at any time or in any case any return premium thereon, if the insured has not prior to the date of such notice, actually paid the premium thereon either to the company, or to its agent who issued the policy, or to the duly licensed insurance broker who negotiated it or its continuance or renewal.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 187D
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 187D cover?
Section 187D ("Cancellation of policy; non-payment of premium") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 187D?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 187D" (Massachusetts). 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 Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 187D apply to my situation?
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