Illinois § 112.16
Full text of Illinois Illinois Compiled Statutes § 112.16, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 112.16.
Distribution of assets. The assets of a corporation in the process of dissolution shall be applied and distributed as follows: (a) All liabilities and obligations of the corporation shall be paid, satisfied and discharged, or adequate provision shall be made therefor; (b) Assets held by the corporation upon condition requiring return, transfer or conveyance, which condition occurs by reason of the dissolution, shall be returned, transferred or conveyed in accordance with such requirements; (c) Assets held for a charitable, religious, eleemosynary, benevolent, educational or similar use, but not held upon a condition requiring return, transfer or conveyance by reason of the dissolution, shall be transferred or conveyed to one or more domestic or foreign corporations, societies or organizations engaged in activities substantially similar to those of the dissolving corporation, pursuant to a plan of distribution adopted as provided in this Act; (d) To the extent that the articles of incorporation or bylaws determine the distributive rights of members, or any class or classes of members, or provide for distribution to others, other assets, if any, shall be distributed in accordance with such provisions; (e) Any remaining assets may be distributed to such societies, organizations or domestic or foreign corporations, whether for profit or not for profit, as may be specified in a plan of distribution adopted as provided in Section 112.17 of this Act. (Source: P.A. 84-1423.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Illinois § 112.16
What does Illinois Compiled Statutes § 112.16 cover?
Section 112.16 is part of the Illinois Compiled Statutes, the codified statutory law of Illinois. 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 Illinois § 112.16?
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Is this the official text of Illinois law?
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