Homeowners InsuranceQuestion 144 of 215
After the Governor declares a state of emergency for a wildfire, California Insurance Code §675.1 prohibits an insurer from canceling or non-renewing a homeowners policy for property in or near the burn area for how long?
a.One year from the date of the declared emergency
b.60 days from the date of the declared emergency
c.180 days from the date of the declared emergency
d.Three years from the date of the declared emergency
Explanation
California Insurance Code §675.1 imposes a one-year moratorium following a declared wildfire emergency. During that period an insurer may not cancel or non-renew a residential property policy solely because the property is located within the perimeter or ZIP codes adjacent to the disaster, even if the insured did not suffer a direct loss. The protection applies to policies in force on the date of the declaration.
Law Reference: Cal. Ins. Code §675.1 (post-disaster moratorium)Practice all 215 questions free — no signup required.
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