Massachusetts § 44 - Increase in capital stock in accordance with Sec. 41 or 41C; content of articles

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 44 — Increase in capital stock in accordance with Sec. 41 or 41C; content of articles, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 44. Increase in capital stock in accordance with Sec. 41 or 41C; content of articles

Section 44. If an increase in the total amount of the capital stock of any corporation shall have been authorized by vote of its stockholders in accordance with section forty-one, or if a change or exchange of stock shall have been authorized in accordance with section forty-one C, the articles of amendment shall also set forth—(a) the total amount of capital stock already authorized; (b) the amount of stock already issued for cash payable by instalments and the amount paid thereon; and the amount of full paid stock already issued for cash, property, services or expenses; (c) the amount of additional stock authorized; (d) the amount of such stock to be issued for cash, property, services or expenses, respectively; (e) a description of said property and a statement of the nature of said services or expenses, in the manner required by section ten.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 44

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 44 cover?

Section 44 ("Increase in capital stock in accordance with Sec. 41 or 41C; content of articles") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 44?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 44" (Massachusetts). 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 Massachusetts law?

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How does Massachusetts § 44 apply to my situation?

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