Wisconsin § 188.04 - Election, term and removal of trustees.

Full text of Wisconsin Wisconsin Statutes § 188.04 — Election, term and removal of trustees., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 188.04. Election, term and removal of trustees.

188.04(1) (1) The trustees of a society that is subject to this chapter shall be elected annually at the time and place and in the manner prescribed by the rules or bylaws of the society. The trustees shall severally hold their offices for one year and until their successors are elected. 188.04(2) (2) Any society, at the first or any subsequent election, may classify its trustees so that the term of office for one-third of them shall expire each year. When so classified, the term of office of the trustees thereafter elected shall be 3 years and until their successors are elected. Any trustee may be removed in accordance with the rules or bylaws of the society, and all vacancies may be filled for the residue of the term. 188.04(3) (3) Any 2 trustees may call a meeting of the society, and a majority of them being convened may transact any business authorized to be done by them. 188.04(4) (4) Whenever any subordinate grange of the Patrons of Husbandry shall from any cause cease to exist, the trustees then in office shall immediately sell the property of the grange and divide the proceeds proportionally among its members. 188.04 History History: 1979 c. 110 s. 60 (12) ; 1997 a. 254 .

Source: official Wisconsin text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Wisconsin § 188.04

What does Wisconsin Statutes § 188.04 cover?

Section 188.04 ("Election, term and removal of trustees.") is part of the Wisconsin Statutes, the codified statutory law of Wisconsin. 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 Wisconsin § 188.04?

A common citation format is "Wisconsin Statutes § 188.04" (Wisconsin). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Wisconsin law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Wisconsin official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Wisconsin attorney.

How does Wisconsin § 188.04 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Wisconsin can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Wisconsin.