New Jersey § 17:12b-257
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 17:12b-257, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17:12b-257.
a. Each stockholder owning shares of capital stock with voting rights shall be entitled
to vote at any meeting of the capital stock association. Each capital stock association shall set forth in its bylaws the voting rights of
its stockholders. Each holder of shares of capital stock shall be entitled to one vote for each voting
share on each matter submitted to a vote at a meeting of stockholders. b. Stockholders may vote by written proxy if the bylaws so provide and the bylaws
may prohibit voting by persons who have become stockholders within 60 days of the
date when the vote is cast. c. Each share of stock held jointly shall be allowed one vote.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 17:12b-257
What does New Jersey Statutes § 17:12b-257 cover?
Section 17:12b-257 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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