Massachusetts § 10 - Adoption of by-laws; regulations controlling assignment and transfer of shares; quorum
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 10 — Adoption of by-laws; regulations controlling assignment and transfer of shares; quorum, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10. Adoption of by-laws; regulations controlling assignment and transfer of shares; quorum
Section 10. Such corporation may adopt by-laws for the proper management of its affairs and as appropriate to exercise all powers necessary, convenient or incidental to the purposes for which the corporation was formed. The corporation may also establish regulations controlling the assignment and transfer of its shares. A majority in interest of the stockholders entitled to vote shall constitute a quorum at any meeting unless the by-laws require more than a majority.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 10
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 10 cover?
Section 10 ("Adoption of by-laws; regulations controlling assignment and transfer of shares; quorum") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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