Officers and agents
- Statute:
- Louisiana §12:225 · Part NP (Louisiana Nonprofit Corporation Law (La. R.S. Title 12 Ch. 2))
- Topic:
- Governance · Officers
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
The board elects a president, a secretary, and a treasurer, and may elect vice presidents. Two offices may be combined in one person, but that person may not sign the same instrument in two capacities. Officers hold office for one year unless the documents say otherwise, and may be removed as the documents provide.
📄 Read the official text at legis.la.gov →
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- What does Louisiana §12:225 require?
- The board elects a president, a secretary, and a treasurer, and may elect vice presidents. Two offices may be combined in one person, but that person may not sign the same instrument in two capacities. Officers hold office for one year unless the documents say otherwise, and may be removed as the documents provide.
- Who does Louisiana §12:225 apply to?
- Louisiana §12:225 applies to Nonprofit associations in Louisiana.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §12:225?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Louisiana community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Louisiana §12:225?
- The official text is published by the Louisiana State Legislature at legis.la.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Officers and agents?
- SoShiny is built around the Florida statutes from day one. The features that help you comply with this section are part of every plan — no add-ons, no per-document fees. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Louisiana §12:225 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Louisiana-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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