§ 105 Definitions
§ 106 Incorporation of churches of Orthodox Church in America
§ 107 Government of incorporated churches of Orthodox Church in America; powers and duties of trustees
§ 108 Reincorporation of existing corporations

Terms Used In New York Laws > Religious Corporations > Article 5-C - Churches of the Orthodox Church In America

  • 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.
  • Private law: A private bill enacted into law. Private laws have restricted applicability, often addressing immigration and naturalization issues affecting individuals.
  • Statute: A law passed by a legislature.