Maine § 981-A. - Acknowledgement of previously unrecognized corporations
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 981-A. — Acknowledgement of previously unrecognized corporations, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 981-A.. Acknowledgement of previously unrecognized corporations
An existing nonprofit corporation that is not currently recognized by the Secretary of State may prepare, sign, date and deliver for filing with the Secretary of State a certificate of organization setting forth the original name, the date, place and purpose of the incorporation, any subsequent changes to the corporate name and the current name, location and officers of the corporation. If the Secretary of State by examination of the corporate records or other substantial evidence finds that the corporation was formed, the Secretary of State shall file the certificate of organization. [PL 2003, c. 523, §8 (RPR).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 981-A.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 981-A. cover?
Section 981-A. ("Acknowledgement of previously unrecognized corporations") 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 § 981-A.?
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Is this the official text of Maine law?
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