New Jersey § 14a:6-6
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 14a:6-6, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14a:6-6.
(1) One or more or all the directors of a corporation may be removed for cause or, unless otherwise provided in the certificate of incorporation, without cause by the shareholders by the affirmative vote of the majority of the votes cast by
the holders of shares entitled to vote for the election of directors. (2) Unless otherwise provided in the certificate of incorporation, the removal of directors, with or without cause, by vote of the shareholders as provided
in subsection 14A:6-6(1), is subject to the following qualifications (a) In any case where cumulative voting is authorized, if less than the total number
of directors then serving on the board is to be removed by the shareholders, no one
of the directors may be so removed if the votes cast against his removal would be
sufficient to elect him if then voted cumulatively at an election of the entire board;
or, if there are classes of directors, at an election of the class of directors of
which he is a part; (b) A director elected by a class vote, as authorized by subsection 14A:6-4(2), may
be removed only by a class vote of the holders of shares entitled to vote for his
election ; (c) If the certificate of incorporation requires a greater vote than a plurality of
the votes cast for the election of directors, no director may be removed except by
the greater vote required to elect him; and (d) Shareholders of a corporation whose board of directors is classified as provided
in subsection 14A:6-4(1) shall not be entitled to remove directors without cause . (3) The certificate of incorporation or a by-law adopted by the shareholders may provide
that the board shall have the power to remove directors for cause and to suspend directors
pending a final determination that cause exists for removal. (4) The Superior Court, in an action in which the court may proceed in a summary manner
or otherwise, may review the removal or suspension of a director for cause. (5) No act of the board done during the period when a director has been suspended
or removed for cause shall be impugned or invalidated solely on account of the suspension or removal if the suspension or removal is thereafter rescinded by the shareholders or by the
board or by the final judgment of the court.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 14a:6-6
What does New Jersey Statutes § 14a:6-6 cover?
Section 14a:6-6 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:6-6?
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Is this the official text of New Jersey law?
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How does New Jersey § 14a:6-6 apply to my situation?
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