Florida §617.0701

Meetings of members; failure to hold annual meeting; special meeting; consent to corporate actions without meetings; waiver of notice

Statute:
Florida §617.0701 · Chapter 617 (Corporations Not for Profit)
Topic:
Meetings & Voting · Member meetings
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

Annual member meetings are required. Member action may be by written consent if allowed.

annual meeting; special meeting; consent; without meeting; waiver of notice

📄 Read the official text at flsenate.gov →

How SoShiny helps with Meetings of members; failure to hold annual meeting; special meeting; consent to corporate actions without meetings; waiver of notice

SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements.

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Frequently asked

What does Florida §617.0701 require?
Annual member meetings are required. Member action may be by written consent if allowed.
Who does Florida §617.0701 apply to?
Florida §617.0701 applies to Nonprofit associations in Florida.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §617.0701?
Non-compliance with Florida Chapter 617 can result in disputes filed with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes — and may expose individual board members to personal liability in some circumstances. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate compliance.
Where can I read the official text of Florida §617.0701?
The official text is published by the Florida Legislature at flsenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Meetings of members; failure to hold annual meeting; special meeting; consent to corporate actions without meetings; waiver of notice?
SoShiny builds your meeting agenda, posts statutory notice, runs the meeting from one screen, records motions and resolutions with per-member yes/no/abstain votes, and produces print-ready minutes that meet Florida §718.112 / §720.303 notice and recordkeeping requirements. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Florida §617.0701 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Florida-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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