§ 16:15A-1 “Russian Church in America” and “Russian Orthodox Church” defined
§ 16:15A-2 Incorporation
§ 16:15A-3 Powers
§ 16:15A-4 Governing bodies and authorities
§ 16:15A-5 Trustees; powers
§ 16:15A-6 Reincorporation of Russian Orthodox church

Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes > Title 16 > Chapter 15A - "Russian Church in America" and "Russian Orthodox Church" Defined

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.
  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.
  • Liabilities: The aggregate of all debts and other legal obligations of a particular person or legal entity.
  • Private law: A private bill enacted into law. Private laws have restricted applicability, often addressing immigration and naturalization issues affecting individuals.
  • State: extends to and includes any State, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia and the Canal Zone. See New Jersey Statutes 1:1-2