Association funds in campaigns
- Statute:
- California §5135 · Chapter CIV-6 (Davis-Stirling Act Ch. 6 — Association Governance)
- Topic:
- Elections · Campaign funds
- Applies to:
- HOA associations
Association funds shall not be used for campaign purposes in connection with any association election. The association may use funds for the notice, ballot, and inspector costs this article requires, and may include candidate statements in a routine communication if every candidate is offered the same opportunity.
📄 Read the official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Association funds in campaigns
SoShiny runs statutory-compliant electronic elections with quorum tracking, ballot deadlines, and a clean audit trail — built to meet Florida §718.112(2)(d) and §720.306 requirements out of the box. Owners and renters cast ballots from any device.
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- What does California §5135 require?
- Association funds shall not be used for campaign purposes in connection with any association election. The association may use funds for the notice, ballot, and inspector costs this article requires, and may include candidate statements in a routine communication if every candidate is offered the same opportunity.
- Who does California §5135 apply to?
- California §5135 applies to HOA associations in California.
- What happens if our CID doesn't comply with §5135?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for California community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of California §5135?
- The official text is published by the California Legislature at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Association funds in campaigns?
- SoShiny runs statutory-compliant electronic elections with quorum tracking, ballot deadlines, and a clean audit trail — built to meet Florida §718.112(2)(d) and §720.306 requirements out of the box. Owners and renters cast ballots from any device. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §5135 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a California-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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