Special meetings; remote communication
- Statute:
- Georgia §14-3-702 · Article NP (Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code (O.C.G.A. Title 14 Ch. 3))
- Topic:
- Meetings & Voting · Special meeting
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
A special members' meeting is called by the board (or whoever the articles or bylaws authorize) or by written demand of holders of at least 5 percent of the voting power — the articles or bylaws cannot push that minimum above 25 percent. The Property Owners' Association Act uses the same 5-percent call if the annual meeting is skipped.
📄 Read the official text at legis.ga.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Special meetings; remote communication
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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- What does Georgia §14-3-702 require?
- A special members' meeting is called by the board (or whoever the articles or bylaws authorize) or by written demand of holders of at least 5 percent of the voting power — the articles or bylaws cannot push that minimum above 25 percent. The Property Owners' Association Act uses the same 5-percent call if the annual meeting is skipped.
- Who does Georgia §14-3-702 apply to?
- Georgia §14-3-702 applies to Nonprofit associations in Georgia.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §14-3-702?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Georgia community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Georgia §14-3-702?
- The official text is published by the Georgia General Assembly at legis.ga.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Special meetings; remote communication?
- 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 Georgia §14-3-702 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Georgia-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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