Mississippi § 81-13-59 - Voluntary dissolution.

Full text of Mississippi Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 81-13-59 — Voluntary dissolution., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 81-13-59. Voluntary dissolution.

At any meeting, called for the purpose, notice of the purpose being contained in the call, a majority of the entire membership may vote to dissolve the corporation and shall, thereupon signify their consent to such dissolution in writing and shall file such consent with the Commissioner of Banking and Consumer Finance, attested by a majority of its officers, with a statement of the names and addresses of the directors and officers, duly verified. The commissioner, upon receipt of satisfactory proof of the solvency of the corporation, shall execute in duplicate a certificate to the effect that such consent and statement have been filed and that it appears therefrom that the corporation had complied with this section. Such duplicate certificate shall be filed by such corporation in the office of the clerk of the chancery court of the county in which said corporation has its place of business and thereupon such credit union shall be dissolved and shall cease to carry o n business except for the purpose of adjusting and winding up its affairs. It shall, by its board of directors, then proceed to adjust and wind up its business, be empowered to carry out its contracts, collect its accounts receivable, and liquidate its assets and apply the same in discharge of the obligations of the corporation and, after paying such obligations, each share according to the amount paid in thereon, shall be entitled to its proportion of the balance of the assets. Said corporation shall continue in existence for the purpose of discharging its debts and obligations, collecting and distributing its assets, and doing all other acts required in order to wind up its business, and may sue and be sued for the purpose of enforcing such debts and obligations until its affairs are fully adjusted and wound up, for three (3) years.

Frequently Asked Questions About Mississippi § 81-13-59

What does Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 81-13-59 cover?

Section 81-13-59 ("Voluntary dissolution.") is part of the Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Mississippi. 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 Mississippi § 81-13-59?

A common citation format is "Mississippi Code of 1972 Annotated § 81-13-59" (Mississippi). 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 Mississippi law?

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

How does Mississippi § 81-13-59 apply to my situation?

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

Sources & Verification

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Mississippi.