South Carolina §33-31-702

Special meetings

Statute:
South Carolina §33-31-702 · Chapter NP (South Carolina Nonprofit Corporation Act (S.C. Code Title 33 Ch. 31))
Topic:
Meetings & Voting · Special meeting
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

A corporation with members must hold a special meeting of members on call of the board or of persons authorized in the articles or bylaws, or on written demand of holders of at least 5 percent of the voting power.

special meeting; 5 percent; members

📄 Read the official text at scstatehouse.gov →

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Frequently asked

What does South Carolina §33-31-702 require?
A corporation with members must hold a special meeting of members on call of the board or of persons authorized in the articles or bylaws, or on written demand of holders of at least 5 percent of the voting power.
Who does South Carolina §33-31-702 apply to?
South Carolina §33-31-702 applies to Nonprofit associations in South Carolina.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §33-31-702?
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 §33-31-702?
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 Special meetings?
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 South Carolina §33-31-702 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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