Delaware § 1907 - Capacity to assert and defend; standing.
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§ 1907. Capacity to assert and defend; standing.
(a) A nonprofit association, in its name, may institute, defend, intervene or participate in a judicial, administrative or other governmental proceeding or in an arbitration, mediation or any other form of alternative dispute resolution.
(b) A nonprofit association may assert a claim in its name on behalf of its members if 1 or more members of the nonprofit association have standing to assert a claim in their own right, the interests the nonprofit association seeks to protect are germane to its purposes and neither the claim asserted nor the relief requested requires the participation of a member.
71 Del. Laws, c. 79, § 1;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 1907
What does Delaware Code § 1907 cover?
Section 1907 ("Capacity to assert and defend; standing.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. 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 Delaware § 1907?
A common citation format is "Delaware Code § 1907" (Delaware). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Delaware law?
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How does Delaware § 1907 apply to my situation?
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