New York §614

Action by members without a meeting

Statute:
New York §614 · Law NPC (Not-for-Profit Corporation Law)
Topic:
Meetings & Voting · Written consent
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

Member action may be taken without a meeting only with unanimous written consent of members entitled to vote, unless the certificate allows a lesser consent.

without meeting; written consent; unanimous; members

📄 Read the official text at nysenate.gov →

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Frequently asked

What does New York §614 require?
Member action may be taken without a meeting only with unanimous written consent of members entitled to vote, unless the certificate allows a lesser consent.
Who does New York §614 apply to?
New York §614 applies to Nonprofit associations in New York.
What happens if our co-op or condo doesn't comply with §614?
Non-compliance with this New York statute can expose the association and its officers to private civil suit, and (for offering-plan / sponsor matters under GBS) to enforcement action by the New York Attorney General's Real Estate Finance Bureau. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
Where can I read the official text of New York §614?
The official text is published by the New York State Legislature at nysenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Action by members without a meeting?
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 New York §614 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a New York-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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