Process for creating bylaws for an ordinary association

Introduction/Background: One of man's freedoms is the freedom of association. In the modern world, we can exercise this freedom in a great variety of organisational and legal forms. One such form is the association. However, we have different associations. One type of association is the "ordinary association". The basic internal law of this association is the bylaws. Therefore, the correct definition of its content is essential for the subsequent correct and efficient functioning of this association. Purpose of the paper: The purpose of the paper is to define a model for the process of creating bylaws for the operation of an ordinary association. This will be achieved by identifying the essential elements of these bylaws and showing the interdependence of these elements and their impact on the subsequent functioning of the association. Materials and methods: The primary research method used is the legal analysis, supplemented by an analysis of court case law and an analysis of the scientific literature on the problem under study. Results and conclusions/ Practical implications: The model of the process of creating bylaws of an ordinary association can be used in practice by those who intend to create such an association. An undoubted problem for those intending to create an ordinary association is to define the internal legal norms in such a way that the association can effectively carry out its activities in the future. This paper identifies the most difficult element necessary for the creation of an ordinary association - the bylaws. Social implications: an ordinary association is one of the basic organisational forms in which one can actively influence social life, especially the local community. With this legal form, one can be creative and realise one's own needs and the needs of others. The entity must have bylaws for its activities.