Wake North Carolina Section 262, also known as the Appraisal Rights Provision, is a key component of the Delaware General Corporation Law. This provision is designed to protect shareholders' rights by granting them the option to demand a fair and equitable price for their shares in case of certain corporate transactions, such as mergers or consolidations. These appraised rights allow shareholders to dissent from a proposed transaction and have their shares appraised for fair value. Under Wake North Carolina Section 262, shareholders who dissent from a proposed transaction must formally notify the corporation before the vote on the transaction takes place. This notification triggers the appraisal process, requiring the corporation to respond within a specified time frame. The appraisal is conducted by a court or independent appraiser to determine the fair value of the dissenting shareholders' shares. In Wake North Carolina, there are two main types of appraisal rights: statutory appraisal rights and appraisal rights for non-voting shares. 1. Statutory Appraisal Rights: These rights apply to shareholders who are entitled to vote on a proposed transaction but disagree with it. These dissenting shareholders can demand an appraisal of their shares' fair value and, upon reaching an agreement or obtaining a court order, receive the determined fair value in cash. 2. Appraisal Rights for Non-Voting Shares: These rights extend to shareholders who hold non-voting shares but still disagree with a proposed transaction. Similar to statutory appraisal rights, shareholders have the option to demand an appraisal and receive the determined fair value in cash. Wake North Carolina Section 262 seeks to ensure that dissenting shareholders are protected from potentially unfavorable transactions. By providing an avenue for appraisal and fair compensation, this provision empowers shareholders to exercise their ownership rights and demand just treatment. This provision acts as a vital safeguard for shareholders' investments and encourages transparency and fairness in corporate decision-making.