Definitions
- Statute:
- South Carolina §33-31-140 · Chapter NP (South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act (S.C. Code Title 33 Ch. 31))
- Topic:
- Definitions · Glossary
- Applies to:
- Nonprofit associations
Defines articles, board of directors, bylaws, member, notice, and the other corporate words the South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act uses. Most incorporated HOAs and councils of co-owners live here for corporate mechanics; the Horizontal Property Act or the Homeowners Association Act is the association overlay.
📄 Read the official text at scstatehouse.gov →
How SoShiny helps with Definitions
SoShiny implements these statutory definitions across the platform — when a section refers to "unit owner," "member," "voting interest," or "official record," SoShiny uses the same definition in the data model.
See the feature → Start freeFrequently asked
- What does South Carolina §33-31-140 require?
- Defines articles, board of directors, bylaws, member, notice, and the other corporate words the South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act uses. Most incorporated HOAs and councils of co-owners live here for corporate mechanics; the Horizontal Property Act or the Homeowners Association Act is the association overlay.
- Who does South Carolina §33-31-140 apply to?
- South Carolina §33-31-140 applies to Nonprofit associations in South Carolina.
- What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §33-31-140?
- Non-compliance can expose the association and individual directors to disputes in the governing forum for South Carolina community associations. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate good-faith compliance.
- Where can I read the official text of South Carolina §33-31-140?
- The official text is published by the South Carolina General Assembly at scstatehouse.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
- How does SoShiny help with Definitions?
- SoShiny implements these statutory definitions across the platform — when a section refers to "unit owner," "member," "voting interest," or "official record," SoShiny uses the same definition in the data model. Learn more →
Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of South Carolina §33-31-140 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a South Carolina-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.
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