§ 2-301. Distribution

MD Corp & Assn Code § 2-301 (2019) (N/A)
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(a)    (1)    In this subtitle, “distribution” means:

(i)    A direct or indirect transfer of money or other property of the corporation in respect of any of its shares; or

(ii)    An incurrence or forgiveness of indebtedness by a corporation to or for the benefit of the corporation’s stockholders in respect of any of its shares.

(2)    “Distribution” does not include a stock dividend or stock split authorized in accordance with § 2-309(c) of this subtitle.

(b)    A distribution may be in the form of:

(1)    A declaration or payment of a dividend;

(2)    A purchase, redemption, whether or not at the option of the corporation or the stockholders, or other acquisition of shares; or

(3)    An issuance of evidence of indebtedness.