Maryland § 5-309
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-309, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-309.
(a) If an amendment is adopted under § 5-308 of this subtitle, the religious corporation shall adopt articles of amendment which shall set forth the amendment and state that the amendment was advised by the trustees and approved by the members of the religious corporation.
(b) The articles of amendment shall:
(1) Be signed and acknowledged for the religious corporation by the trustees who declared the resolution advisable; and
(2) Have the matters and facts contained in the articles verified under oath by the chairman or secretary of the meeting of members.
(c) The trustees shall file the articles of amendment for record with the Department.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-309
What does Maryland Code § 5-309 cover?
Section 5-309 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 5-309?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-309" (Maryland). 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 Maryland law?
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How does Maryland § 5-309 apply to my situation?
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