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Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(1) Except as provided in subsection (2) of this section, the articles, or the bylaws, if a vacancy occurs on the board, including a vacancy resulting from an increase in the number of directors, then the vacancy may be filled by a majority of the directors remaining in office even if they constitute less than a quorum. For purposes of RCW 24.03A.530, any director so elected is deemed to have been elected by the members, voting group, or persons who would elect that director at a regular election.
(2) Except as provided in the articles or bylaws, a vacancy in the position of a director who is:
(a) Appointed by persons other than the members, may be filled only by those persons; or
(b) Designated by name in the articles or bylaws, may not be filled by action of the board.
(3) A vacancy that will occur at a specific later time, by reason of a resignation effective at a later time under RCW 24.03A.525(2), or otherwise, may be filled before the vacancy occurs but the new director may not take office until the vacancy occurs.
(4) If no directors remain in office, and there are no members with the right to elect directors, then the attorney general has the power to appoint one or more directors selected for their interest and ability to carry out the purposes of the corporation, unless the articles or bylaws provide a different method for electing, appointing, or designating at least one director.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Washington Revised Code Title 24. Corporations and Associations (Nonprofit) § 24.03A.535. Vacancy on board of directors - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/wa/title-24-corporations-and-associations-nonprofit/wa-rev-code-24-03a-535/
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