§ 23-79-120 - Binders.
23-79-120. Binders.
(a) Binders or other contracts for temporary insurance may be made orally or in writing and shall be deemed to include all the usual terms of the policy as to which the binder was given together with such applicable endorsements as are designated in the binder, except as superseded by the clear and express terms of the binder.
(b) No binder shall be valid beyond the issuance of the policy with respect to which it was given, or beyond ninety (90) days from its effective date, whichever period is the shorter.
(c) If the policy has not been issued, a binder may be extended or renewed beyond the ninety (90) days with the written approval of the Insurance Commissioner or in accordance with such rules and regulations relative thereto as the commissioner may promulgate.
(d) This section shall not apply to life insurance or accident and health insurance.