New Jersey § 14a:7-14
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 14a:7-14, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 14a:7-14.
(1) “ Distribution ” means a direct or indirect transfer of money or other property (except its own shares)
or incurrence of indebtedness by a corporation to or for the benefit of its shareholders
in respect of any of its shares. A distribution may be in the form of a dividend, a purchase, redemption or other
acquisition of its shares, or otherwise. (2) A corporation may not make a distribution if, after giving effect thereto, either: (a) The corporation would be unable to pay its debts as they become due in the usual
course of its business; or (b) The corporation's total assets would be less than its total liabilities. (3) Determinations under paragraph 14A:7-14.1(2)(b) may be based upon (i) financial
statements prepared on the basis of generally accepted accounting principles, (ii)
financial statements prepared on the basis of other accounting practices and principles
that are reasonable in the circumstances, or (iii) a fair valuation or other method
that is reasonable in the circumstances. (4) In the case of a purchase, redemption or other acquisition by a corporation of
its own shares, the effect of a distribution shall be measured as of the earlier of
(i) the date money or other property is transferred or debt is incurred by the corporation,
or (ii) the date the shareholder ceases to be a shareholder with respect to the acquired
shares. In all other cases, the effect of a distribution shall be measured (i) as of the
date of its authorization if payment occurs 120 days or less following the date of
authorization, or (ii) as of the date of payment if payment occurs more than 120 days
following the date of authorization. (5) A corporation's indebtedness to a shareholder incurred by reason of a distribution
made in accordance with this section shall not be subordinated to the corporation's
indebtedness to its general, unsecured creditors except to the extent subordinated
by agreement.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 14a:7-14
What does New Jersey Statutes § 14a:7-14 cover?
Section 14a:7-14 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.
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