Arizona § 10-805 - Terms of directors generally
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 10-805 — Terms of directors generally, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-805. Terms of directors generally
A. The terms of the initial directors of a corporation expire at the first shareholders' meeting at which directors are elected.
B. The terms of all other directors expire at the annual shareholders' meeting following their election except in the case of directors whose terms are staggered under section 10-806.
C. A decrease in the number of directors does not shorten the term of any incumbent director.
D. The term of a director elected to fill a vacancy expires at the next shareholders' meeting at which directors are elected.
E. Despite the expiration of a director's term, a director shall continue to hold office until the director's successor is elected and qualifies, until the director's resignation or removal or until there is a decrease in the number of directors.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 10-805
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 10-805 cover?
Section 10-805 ("Terms of directors generally") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 10-805?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 10-805 apply to my situation?
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