Removal of directors
- Statute:
- Mississippi §79-11-245 · Chapter NP (Mississippi Nonprofit Corporation Act (Miss. Code Title 79 Ch. 11))
- Topic:
- Governance · Director removal
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
Members may remove one or more directors they elected, without cause, only at a meeting called for that purpose; the notice must state that removal is a purpose. The votes cast to remove must be enough to have elected the director. An entire board may be removed that way. The board may remove a director it elected, without cause, by a two-thirds vote of the directors then in office (or any greater number the articles or bylaws set).
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- What does Mississippi §79-11-245 require?
- Members may remove one or more directors they elected, without cause, only at a meeting called for that purpose; the notice must state that removal is a purpose. The votes cast to remove must be enough to have elected the director. An entire board may be removed that way.
- Who does Mississippi §79-11-245 apply to?
- Mississippi §79-11-245 applies to Nonprofit associations in Mississippi.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §79-11-245?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for Mississippi community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of Mississippi §79-11-245?
- The official text is published by the Mississippi Legislature at lexisnexis.com. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Removal of directors?
- 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 Mississippi §79-11-245 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Mississippi-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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