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HomeCorporations CodeCh. 2Art. 1§ 7210 Corporate Board Authority

§ 7210 Corporate Board Authority

Corporations Code·California
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§ 7210 Corporate Board Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •Every company must have a board of directors.
  • •The board is in charge of running the company and making big decisions.
  • •The board can give some tasks to other people or groups, but they are still responsible for everything.

Example

A company wants to open a new store.

The board of directors must decide if it's a good idea. They can ask the store manager to handle the day-to-day stuff, but the board is still in charge of the final decision.

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

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§ 7210 Corporate Board Authority

Each corporation shall have a board of directors. Subject to the provisions of this part and any limitations in the articles or bylaws relating to action required to be approved by the members (Section 5034), or by a majority of all members (Section 5033), the activities and affairs of a corporation shall be conducted and all corporate powers shall be exercised by or under the direction of the board. The board may delegate the management of the activities of the corporation to any person or persons, management company, or committee however composed, provided that the activities and affairs of the corporation shall be managed and all corporate powers shall be exercised under the ultimate direction of the board. (Amended by Stats. 1996, Ch. 589, Sec. 23. Effective January 1, 1997.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

board of directorscorporate powersarticles or bylawsultimate direction

Related Statutes

  • § 12350 Board Of Directors Authority
  • § 5210 Corporate Board Authority
  • § 9210 Corporate Board Authority
  • § 12351 Board Meeting Notice Requirements
  • § 12352 Board Committee Creation Authority

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Corporations Code. Section 7210.
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