Tennessee § 48-25-301 - Grounds for revocation.
Full text of Tennessee Tennessee Code Annotated § 48-25-301 — Grounds for revocation., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-25-301. Grounds for revocation.
The secretary of state may commence a proceeding under § 48-25-302 to revoke the certificate of authority of a foreign corporation authorized to transact business in this state if: The foreign corporation does not deliver its properly completed annual report to the secretary of state within two (2) months after it is due; The foreign corporation is without a registered agent or registered office in this state for two (2) months or more; The foreign corporation does not inform the secretary of state under § 48-25-108 or § 48-25-109 that its registered agent or registered office has changed, that its registered agent has resigned, or that its registered office has been discontinued within two (2) months of the change, resignation, or discontinuance; The name of the foreign corporation contained in a document filed pursuant to chapters 11-27 of this title fails to comply with § 48-25-106; An incorporator, director, officer, or agent of the foreign corporation signed a document knowing it was false in any material respect with intent that the document be delivered to the secretary of state for filing; The secretary of state receives a duly authenticated certificate from the secretary of state or other official having custody of corporate records in the state or country under whose law the foreign corporation is incorporated, stating that it has been dissolved or has disappeared as the result of a merger; The foreign corporation is exceeding the authority conferred upon it by this chapter; or The foreign corporation submits to the secretary of state's office a check, bank draft, money order or other such instrument for payment of any fee and it is dishonored upon presentation for payment. Acts 1986, ch. 887, § 15.30; 1987, ch. 273, § 42; 1989, ch. 451, § 28. Textbooks. Tennessee Jurisprudence, 7 Tenn. Juris., Corporations, § 114.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tennessee § 48-25-301
What does Tennessee Code Annotated § 48-25-301 cover?
Section 48-25-301 ("Grounds for revocation.") is part of the Tennessee Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Tennessee. 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 Tennessee § 48-25-301?
A common citation format is "Tennessee Code Annotated § 48-25-301" (Tennessee). 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 Tennessee law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Tennessee official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Tennessee attorney.
How does Tennessee § 48-25-301 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Tennessee 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 Tennessee.