Although organizations don't need to file these bylaws with the state, California law requires that the treasurer or other designated member of the organization maintains a copy on file.
Are bylaws filed with the state of California? No. Your corporate bylaws are internal documents, which means they should be kept on file with your business records.
Technically, it's possible for a board of directors to adopt bylaws without signing them. However, signing your bylaws demonstrates that everyone is on the same page about how your corporation will function.
§ 460/4 | Effective Jan. 1, 2024, a charitable organization with annual contributions more than $500,000 must file an audited financial statement prepared by an independent CPA. A charitable organization with contributions between $300,000 and $500,000 must file a financial statement with the Attorney General.
Code § 5510. A California nonprofit corporation must have: 1) either a chairperson of the board or a president or both; 2) a secretary; and 3) a treasurer or a chief financial officer or both.