Election of directors
- Statute:
- Georgia §14-3-804 · Article NP (Georgia Nonprofit Corporation Code (O.C.G.A. Title 14 Ch. 3))
- Topic:
- Meetings & Voting · Election
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
If the corporation has members entitled to vote for directors, they elect the board as the articles or bylaws provide. An association also has to follow its declaration and the association statute on how those seats are filled.
📄 Read the official text at legis.ga.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Election of directors
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 §14-3-804 require?
- If the corporation has members entitled to vote for directors, they elect the board as the articles or bylaws provide. An association also has to follow its declaration and the association statute on how those seats are filled.
- Who does Georgia §14-3-804 apply to?
- Georgia §14-3-804 applies to Nonprofit associations in Georgia.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §14-3-804?
- 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 §14-3-804?
- 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 Election of directors?
- 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 §14-3-804 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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