§ 7817 Amending Nonprofit Articles

Corporations Code·California

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•When you file a certificate to change your group's rules, the rules are officially updated.
•Any changes to memberships (like adding or removing members) happen right after the certificate is filed.
•A copy of the certificate from the Secretary of State proves the changes were made correctly.

Example

A club wants to change its rules to let kids join.

They file a paper with the state saying they want to change the rules. Once the state approves it, kids can join the club. The state gives them a copy of the paper to show the rules really did change.

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§ 7817 Amending Nonprofit Articles

Upon the filing of the certificate of amendment, the articles shall be amended in accordance with the certificate and any change, reclassification or cancellation of memberships shall be effected, and a copy of the certificate, certified by the Secretary of State, is prima facie evidence of the performance of the conditions necessary to the adoption of the amendment. (Added by Stats. 1978, Ch. 567.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

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certificate of amendment articles memberships Secretary of State prima facie evidence

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Corporations Code. Section 7817.

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