Is it legal for an auto ins company to ask for proof of a child’s age for the parent’s insurance?
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Is it legal for an auto ins company to ask for proof of a child’s age for the parent’s insurance?
The child is a minor, not of legal driving age 14. The insurance company is insisting that they be provided with proof that the child is not of age, and are increasing rates for a renewal as if the child is of age until they have the proof of birth date.
Asked on July 21, 2017 under Insurance Law, Minnesota
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
An insurer can legally verify facts and backgroud information regarding initial policy coverage and any renewals thereof. The fact is that people often misrepresent certain facts in order to keep their rates down, so it is perfectly permissable and general practice for an insurance company to confirm the names, ages, etc. of all those living in their insured's household.
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Yes, it is legal: why would the insurer have to take your word for it that the child is not of legal driving age? They are allowed to verify the facts underlying your coverage. And why are you relucatant to do this: providing proof of age does not in any way harm you. Wouldn't it be easier to simply provide the proof rather than fight--especially since you cannot and will not win if you fight; they will be able to set the higher rates in the absence of proof.
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