Guam § 28108 - Certificate of Existence.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 28108 — Certificate of Existence., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28108. Certificate of Existence.
(a) Anyone may apply to the Director of Revenue & Taxation to furnish
a certificate of existence for a domestic corporation or a certificate of
authorization for a foreign corporation.
(b) A certificate of existence or authorization sets forth:
(1) the domestic corporation’s corporate name or the foreign
corporation’s corporate name;
(2) that:
(A) the domestic corporation is duly incorporated under the
laws of Guam, the date of its incorporation, and the period of its
duration if less than perpetual; or
(B) that the foreign corporation is authorized to transact
business in Guam;
(3) that articles of dissolution have not been filed; and
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(4) other facts of record in the office of the Director of Revenue &
Taxation that may be requested by the applicant.
(c) Subject to any qualification stated in the certificate, a certificate of
existence or authorization issued by the Director of Revenue & Taxation
may be relied upon as conclusive evidence that the domestic or foreign
corporation is in existence or is authorized to transact business in Guam.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 28108
What does Guam Code Annotated § 28108 cover?
Section 28108 ("Certificate of Existence.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. 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 Guam § 28108?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 28108" (Guam). 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 Guam law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Guam official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Guam attorney.
How does Guam § 28108 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Guam can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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