New Jersey § 16:3-1

Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 16:3-1, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 16:3-1.

Any church of Christ, Scientist, in this state, which is a branch of and organized

in accordance with the provisions of the manual of the First Church of Christ, Scientist,

in Boston, Massachusetts, hereinafter referred to as the mother church, may incorporate

in the following manner: A meeting of the church shall be called by written notice, signed by six duly enrolled

members of full age, setting forth the time and place of the meeting and that the

meeting is for the purpose of incorporating the church, selecting a corporate name

and electing trustees thereof. The notice shall be publicly read at each regular service of such church, on the

two successive Sundays and the Wednesday next preceding the meeting. At the time and place so appointed, one of the signers of the notice shall call the

meeting to order. A chairman, clerk and two inspectors of election shall then be elected. The clerk and the inspectors of election shall be the judges of the qualifications

of the voters and shall receive the ballots cast. Only duly enrolled members of said church, in good and regular standing and of full

age, shall be entitled to vote or act as officers at the meeting. Nine qualified voters shall constitute a quorum and all questions shall be decided

by a majority vote of those present.

Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 16:3-1

What does New Jersey Statutes § 16:3-1 cover?

Section 16:3-1 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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