Membership list misuse
- Statute:
- California §8338 · Chapter CORP (Nonprofit Mutual Benefit Corporation Law)
- Topic:
- Records & Disclosure · List misuse
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
A person who obtained a membership list and uses it for a commercial or other prohibited purpose is liable to the corporation for damages and a civil penalty. CID lists also fall under Civil Code §5230.
📄 Read the official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Membership list misuse
SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox.
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- What does California §8338 require?
- A person who obtained a membership list and uses it for a commercial or other prohibited purpose is liable to the corporation for damages and a civil penalty. CID lists also fall under Civil Code §5230.
- Who does California §8338 apply to?
- California §8338 applies to Nonprofit associations in California.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §8338?
- 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 §8338?
- 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 Membership list misuse?
- SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of California §8338 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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