New Jersey § 14a:5-11
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 14a:5-11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14a:5-11.
(1) Whenever any action, other than the election of directors, is to be taken by vote
of the shareholders, it shall be authorized by a majority of the votes cast at a meeting
of shareholders by the holders of shares entitled to vote thereon, unless a greater
plurality is required by the certificate of incorporation or another section of this
act. (2) The certificate of incorporation may provide that any class or classes of shares,
or any series thereof, shall vote as a class to authorize any action, including amendments
to the certificate of incorporation. Such voting as a class shall be in addition to any other vote required by this act. Where voting as a class or series is provided in the certificate of incorporation,
it shall be by the proportionate vote provided in the certificate or, if no proportionate
vote is so provided, then for any action other than the election of directors, by
a majority of the votes cast at such meeting by the holders of shares of such class
or series entitled to vote thereon. (3) Where voting as a class or series is required by this act to authorize any action,
such action shall be authorized by a majority of the votes cast at such meeting by
the holders of shares of each such class or series entitled to vote thereon, unless
a greater vote is required by the certificate of incorporation or another section
of this act. Such voting as a class shall be in addition to any other vote required by this act.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 14a:5-11
What does New Jersey Statutes § 14a:5-11 cover?
Section 14a:5-11 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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 New Jersey § 14a:5-11?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 14a:5-11 apply to my situation?
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