Oklahoma § 36-4017 - Grace period; annuities

Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 36-4017 — Grace period; annuities, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 36-4017. Grace period; annuities

In an annuity or pure endowment contract, other than a

reversionary, survivorship or group annuity, there shall be a

provision that there shall be a period of grace of one (1) month,

but not less than thirty (30) days, within which any stipulated

payment to the insurer falling due after the first may be made,

subject at the option of the insurer to an interest charge thereon

at a rate to be specified in the contract but not exceeding six

percent (6%) per annum for the number of days of grace elapsing

before such payment, during which period of grace the contract shall

continue in full force; but in case a claim arises under the

contract on account of death prior to expiration of the period of

grace before the overdue payment to the insurer or the deferred

payments of the current contract year, if any, are made, the amount

of such payments, with interest on any overdue payments, may be

deducted from any amount payable under the contract in settlement.

Laws 1957, p. 373, § 4017.

Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 36-4017

What does Oklahoma Statutes § 36-4017 cover?

Section 36-4017 ("Grace period; annuities") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma § 36-4017?

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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?

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How does Oklahoma § 36-4017 apply to my situation?

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