Maryland § 6-318
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 6-318, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-318.
(a) The provisions of this section do not apply to:
(1) An action authorized under § 6-329 or § 6-321 of this subtitle;
(2) A voluntary dissolution under § 6-804 of this title; or
(3) An authorization of compensation under § 6-331 of this subtitle.
(b) The board of a credit union:
(1) May authorize by resolution any question, proposal, or other matter requiring membership approval to be voted on by mail ballot; and
(2) Shall establish a sequence of dates by which the voting procedures are initiated and completed.
(c) The secretary of the credit union shall mail to each member in good standing who is eligible to vote:
(1) A printed ballot;
(2) An explanation of the question, proposal, or other matter to be voted on; and
(3) A postage pre-paid and pre-addressed return envelope.
(d) Unless otherwise provided in this title, the printed ballot shall be mailed to each member in good standing who is eligible to vote, not more than 30 days nor less than 7 days before the date set by the board for the filing of the mail ballot.
(e) (1) The question, proposal, or other matter is adopted only if approved by a majority of the ballots timely received from the members eligible to vote and in good standing and voting.
(2) The credit union shall report the results of the mail ballot to the members.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 6-318
What does Maryland Code § 6-318 cover?
Section 6-318 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 § 6-318?
A common citation format is "Maryland Code § 6-318" (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 § 6-318 apply to my situation?
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