New Jersey § 15a:6-15

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 15a:6-15, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 15a:6-15.

a. The officers of a corporation shall consist of a president, a secretary, a treasurer,

and, if desired, a chairman of the board, an executive director, one or more vice

presidents, and all other officers as may be prescribed by the bylaws. Unless otherwise provided in the bylaws, the officers shall be elected or appointed

by the board. A corporation may provide alternative titles for those officers; provided that the

certificate of incorporation or the bylaws specify which other officer titles correspond

to the president, secretary and treasurer and that the alternative titles not be used

in completing the annual report filed pursuant to section 15A:4-5 . b. Any two or more offices may be held by the same person, but no officer shall execute,

acknowledge, or verify any instrument in more than one capacity if the instrument

is required by law or by the bylaws to be executed, acknowledged, or verified by two

or more officers. c. Any officer elected or appointed as herein provided shall hold office for the term

for which that officer is so elected or appointed and until a successor is elected

or appointed and has qualified, subject to earlier termination by removal or resignation. d. All officers of the corporation, as between themselves and the corporation, shall

have the authority and perform the duties in the management of the corporation as

may be provided in the bylaws, or as may be determined by resolution of the board

not inconsistent with the bylaws.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 15a:6-15

What does New Jersey Statutes § 15a:6-15 cover?

Section 15a:6-15 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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