In case of the death, resignation or removal of a person who, at the time of his death, resignation or removal, was holding the title to property for the use or benefit of any church or religious society not incorporated as a corporation sole, the title to such property held by him shall not revert to the donor, nor vest in the heirs of the deceased person, but shall be deemed to be in abeyance after the death, resignation or removal until his successor is duly appointed to fill the vacancy. Upon appointment of a successor, the title to all property held by his predecessor shall at once, without any other act or deed, vest in the person appointed to fill the vacancy.

Ask a business law question, get an answer ASAP!
Thousands of highly rated, verified business lawyers.
Click here to chat with a lawyer about your rights.

Terms Used In Arizona Laws 10-11907

  • 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.
  • Deed: The legal instrument used to transfer title in real property from one person to another.
  • Donor: The person who makes a gift.
  • Person: includes an individual and entity. See Arizona Laws 10-140
  • Property: includes both real and personal property. See Arizona Laws 1-215