Direct answer
Yes, you can name a minor as a beneficiary, but California law typically requires the appointment of a legal guardian to manage the funds because minors cannot legally control insurance payouts.
California Probate Code statutes regarding the management of assets for minors. For additional information about the management of assets for minors, see the California Legislative Information‘s official database of the California Probate Code.
What this means for you
Yes, you can name a minor as a beneficiary, but California law typically requires the appointment of a legal guardian to manage the funds because minors cannot legally control insurance payouts.
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