California § 12509 - A corporation formed for a limited period may at any time subject to the expirati
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§ 12509. A corporation formed for a limited period may at any time subject to the expirati
A corporation formed for a limited period may at any time subject to the expiration of the term of its corporate existence, extend the term of its existence by an amendment to its articles removing any provision limiting the term of its existence and providing for perpetual existence. If the filing of the certificate of amendment providing for perpetual existence would be prohibited if it were original articles by the provisions of Section 12302, the Secretary of State shall not file such certificate unless, by the same or a concurrently filed certificate of amendment, the articles of such corporation are amended to adopt a new available name. For the purpose of the adoption of any such amendment, persons who have been functioning as directors of such corporation shall be considered to have been validly elected even though their election may have occurred after the expiration of the original term of the corporate existence.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 12509
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 12509 cover?
Section 12509 ("A corporation formed for a limited period may at any time subject to the expirati") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite California § 12509?
A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 12509" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of California law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.
How does California § 12509 apply to my situation?
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