California §7233

Transactions involving directors

Statute:
California §7233 · Chapter CORP (Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation Law)
Topic:
Officers & Directors · Self-dealing
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

A contract between the corporation and a director (or an entity in which the director has a material financial interest) is not void if it is approved in good faith after disclosure, by a disinterested majority of the board or of the members, or if it is just and reasonable to the corporation.

self-dealing; interested; 7233; disclosure

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

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Frequently asked

What does California §7233 require?
A contract between the corporation and a director (or an entity in which the director has a material financial interest) is not void if it is approved in good faith after disclosure, by a disinterested majority of the board or of the members, or if it is just and reasonable to the corporation.
Who does California §7233 apply to?
California §7233 applies to Nonprofit associations in California.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §7233?
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 §7233?
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 Transactions involving 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 §7233 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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