Maine § 859-A. - Grounds for revocation

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 859-A. — Grounds for revocation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 859-A.. Grounds for revocation

Notwithstanding Title 4, chapter 5 and Title 5, chapter 375, the Secretary of State may commence a proceeding under section 859‑B to revoke the authority of a partnership as a foreign limited liability partnership authorized to do business in this State if:   [PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. B, §8 (AMD); PL 2005, c. 543, Pt. B, §15 (AFF).]

1.  Nonpayment of fees or penalties.  The foreign limited liability partnership does not pay when they are due any fees or penalties imposed by this chapter or other law;

2.  Failure to file annual report.  The foreign limited liability partnership does not deliver its annual report to the Secretary of State as required by section 873;

3.  Failure to pay late filing penalty.  The foreign limited liability partnership does not pay the annual report late filing penalty as required by section 874;

4.  Failure to maintain registered agent.  The foreign limited liability partnership is without a registered agent in this State as required by Title 5, section 105, subsection 1;

5.  Failure to notify of change of registered agent or address.  The foreign limited liability partnership does not notify the Secretary of State that its registered agent has changed as required by Title 5, section 108, subsection 1 or the address of its registered agent has been changed as required by Title 5, section 109 or 110 or that its registered agent has resigned as required by Title 5, section 111;

6.  Filing of false information.  A partner or agent of the foreign limited liability partnership signed a document with the knowledge that the document was false in a material respect and with the intent that the document be delivered to the Secretary of State for filing;

7.  Amended application.  The foreign limited liability partnership fails to file with the Secretary of State an amended application for authority required by section 855; or

8.  Authenticated certificate.  The Secretary of State receives a duly authenticated certificate from the secretary of state or other official having custody of limited liability partnership records in the state or country under whose law the foreign limited liability partnership is organized stating that the foreign limited liability partnership is no longer treated as a registered limited liability partnership in its jurisdiction of registration.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 859-A.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 859-A. cover?

Section 859-A. ("Grounds for revocation") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. 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 Maine § 859-A.?

A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 859-A." (Maine). 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 Maine law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.

How does Maine § 859-A. apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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