§ 5–302

Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.

Md. Code Ann., Corps. & Ass'ns § 5-302 (2026)

Title 5. Special Types of Corporations

Subtitle 3. Religious Corporations

(a)

The adult members of a church may form a religious corporation as provided in this part.

(b)

The members shall:

(1)

Elect at least four individuals to act as trustees in the name of and on behalf of the church; and

(2)

Prepare a plan of the church.

(c)

The plan shall include:

(1)

The purposes for which the religious corporation is formed;

(2)

The name of the religious corporation and the church;

(3)

The time and manner for election and succession of trustees; and

(4)

The exact qualifications of individuals eligible:

(i)

To vote at elections; and

(ii)

To be elected to office.