Maryland § 5-342
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 5-342, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5-342.
(a) (1) Each religious corporation subject to this part shall adopt bylaws to govern its corporate and temporal affairs.
(2) Bylaws may be adopted by a majority of the qualified voters voting at a regular or special congregational meeting called for that purpose.
(b) Each religious corporation subject to this part is subject at all times to the constitution and canons of the convention of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Washington and of the Protestant Episcopal Church in the United States of America.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 5-342
What does Maryland Code § 5-342 cover?
Section 5-342 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 § 5-342?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 5-342" (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 § 5-342 apply to my situation?
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