New Jersey § 15a:2-5
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 15a:2-5, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15a:2-5.
a. Any foreign corporation may register its corporate name under this act, provided
its corporate name is available for use under section 15A:2-2 . b. The registration shall be made by filing in the office of the Secretary of State: (1) An application for registration executed on behalf of the corporation, setting
forth the name and address of the headquarters or main office of the corporation,
the jurisdiction of its incorporation, the date of its incorporation, a statement
that it is conducting activities, and a brief statement of the activities in which
it is engaged; and (2) A certificate setting forth that the corporation is in good standing under the
laws of the jurisdiction of its incorporation, executed by the official of that jurisdiction
who has custody of the records pertaining to corporations and dated not earlier than
30 days prior to the filing of the application. c. The registration shall be effective until the close of the calendar year in which
the application for registration is filed.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 15a:2-5
What does New Jersey Statutes § 15a:2-5 cover?
Section 15a:2-5 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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