Virginia § 13.1-783 - Application and effect of article
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 13.1-783 — Application and effect of article, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 13.1-783. Application and effect of article
A. This article shall apply to all benefit corporations.
B. The existence of a provision of this article shall not of itself create an implication that a contrary or different rule of law applies to a corporation organized pursuant to the provisions of this chapter that is not a benefit corporation. This article shall not affect a statute or rule of law that applies to a corporation that is not a benefit corporation.
C. The specific provisions of this article shall control over the general provisions of other articles of this chapter.
2011, c. 698.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 13.1-783
What does Code of Virginia § 13.1-783 cover?
Section 13.1-783 ("Application and effect of article") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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 Virginia § 13.1-783?
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