Louisiana § RS 12:220 - Reduction of membership below stated number
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 12:220 — Reduction of membership below stated number, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 12:220. Reduction of membership below stated number
Whenever the membership of a corporation having a stated number of members is reduced below that number, the corporation shall not on that account be dissolved. It shall be lawful for the surviving or continuing members to continue the corporate existence, unless otherwise provided in the articles or by-laws.
Acts 1968, No. 105, §1.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 12:220
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 12:220 cover?
Section RS 12:220 ("Reduction of membership below stated number") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. 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 Louisiana § RS 12:220?
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Is this the official text of Louisiana law?
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How does Louisiana § RS 12:220 apply to my situation?
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