California §5350

Prohibited actions by directors

Statute:
California §5350 · Chapter CIV-6 (Davis-Stirling Act Ch. 6 — Association Governance)
Topic:
Officers & Directors · Conflicts
Applies to:
HOA associations

A director or committee member shall not vote on certain items in which the person has a material financial interest — including a contract with the association, discipline of that director, and the other listed conflicts.

conflict; contract; 5350; interested director

📄 Read the official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →

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Frequently asked

What does California §5350 require?
A director or committee member shall not vote on certain items in which the person has a material financial interest — including a contract with the association, discipline of that director, and the other listed conflicts.
Who does California §5350 apply to?
California §5350 applies to HOA associations in California.
What happens if our CID doesn't comply with §5350?
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 §5350?
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 Prohibited actions by directors?
SoShiny keeps your board roster, officer titles (President, VP, Secretary, Treasurer, Director), and election history current in one place — so the statutory requirement to identify directors and officers is always one click away. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §5350 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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