33-23-216. Retention and proof of notice. (1) A notice of cancellation or of intention not to renew or of reasons for cancellation of insurance issued under terms of this chapter must be retained for a period of 3 years by the insurer or the insurer's insurance producer within this state and must be made available within this state for examination or inspection by the commissioner or the insurer's insurance producers at any time within the 3-year period upon reasonable notice.
(2) Proof of mailing of notice of cancellation or of intention not to renew or of reasons for cancellation to the named insured at the address shown in the policy or to the named insured's last-known address is sufficient proof of notice.
History: En. Sec. 6, Ch. 262, L. 1971; amd. Sec. 2, Ch. 469, L. 1977; R.C.M. 1947, 40-4410; amd. Sec. 15, Ch. 139, L. 1987; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 713, L. 1989; amd. Sec. 1235, Ch. 56, L. 2009.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Title 33. Insurance and Insurance Companies
Chapter 23. Casualty Insurance
Part 2. Motor Vehicle Liability
33-23-202. Reimbursement for total loss of motor vehicle based on actual replacement value
33-23-203. Limitation of liability under motor vehicle liability policy
33-23-205. through 33-23-210 reserved
33-23-211. Limitations on basis for cancellation
33-23-213. Notice to insured of ground for cancellation -- commissioner to ensure compliance
33-23-214. Advance notice required for nonrenewal -- exceptions
33-23-215. No liability for statements in connection with cancellation or nonrenewal
33-23-216. Retention and proof of notice
33-23-217. Return of unearned premiums
33-23-218. through 33-23-220 reserved
33-23-222. Telematics agreement disclosures
33-23-223. Insurer obligations for telematics agreement -- termination