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HomeCorporations CodeCh. 3Art. 3§ 12421 Equal Membership Rights

§ 12421 Equal Membership Rights

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§ 12421 Equal Membership Rights

This law says that all members of a group must be treated the same unless the group's rules say otherwise.

Key Takeaways

  • •All members in a group should be treated equally.
  • •The group can have different rules for members, but only if it's written in their official rules.
  • •If there are no special rules, everyone gets the same rights and benefits.

Example

Imagine you join a club where everyone pays the same fee and gets the same benefits.

If the club tries to give some members extra perks without a good reason, this law says that's not allowed unless the club's rules say it's okay.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 12421 Equal Membership Rights

Except as provided in the articles or bylaws, all memberships shall have the same rights, privileges, preferences, restrictions and conditions. (Added by Stats. 1982, Ch. 1625, Sec. 3. Operative January 1, 1984.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

membershipsrightsprivilegespreferencesrestrictionsconditionsarticlesbylaws

Related Statutes

  • § 5330 Membership Rights And Classes
  • § 5331 Membership Rights And Equality
  • § 7330 Membership Rights And Classes
  • § 7331 Membership Rights Equality
  • § 9330 Membership Rights And Classes

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Corporations Code. Section 12421.
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