California §5047

Director defined

Statute:
California §5047 · Chapter CORP (Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation Law)
Topic:
Definitions · Director
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

A director is a natural person designated, elected, or appointed to act as a member of the board.

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

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SoShiny implements these statutory definitions across the platform — when a section refers to "unit owner," "member," "voting interest," or "official record," SoShiny uses the same definition in the data model.

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Frequently asked

What does California §5047 require?
A director is a natural person designated, elected, or appointed to act as a member of the board.
Who does California §5047 apply to?
California §5047 applies to Nonprofit associations in California.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §5047?
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 §5047?
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 Director defined?
SoShiny implements these statutory definitions across the platform — when a section refers to "unit owner," "member," "voting interest," or "official record," SoShiny uses the same definition in the data model. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §5047 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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