They are not required to be filed, however, if a corporation does file its bylaws, they become public record and are open to public disclosure. No, however, if the name was not reserved prior to submission of the articles of incorporation or the foreign corporation certificate of authority application, the availability of the name will be determined at the time the articles of incorporation or application are reviewed by the Secretary of State.

No. The bylaws of a corporation are documents kept by the corporation at its principal office. No statute permits the filing of bylaws with the Secretary of State; therefore, the Secretary of State cannot accept them for filing. See similar questions...

No, however, if the name was not reserved prior to submission of the articles of incorporation or the foreign corporation certificate of authority application, the availability of the name will be determined at the time the articles of incorporation or application are reviewed by the Secretary of State. If the name is not available, the corporate charter or authorization date must be delayed until the name issue is resolved. See similar questions...

Bylaws are rules adopted by an organization chiefly for the regulation of its affairs. Corporate bylaws are not filed with the Secretary of State. Bylaws and minutes are normally kept at the corporation's principal office in the corporate record or minute book. Corporation bylaws and minutes are open to inspection by the shareholders. They might be seen on audit by a government tax auditor, but they are otherwise private, non-public documents. See similar questions...

Corporate Bylaws are the internal rules of a corporation. After incorporation, the shareholders of the company will create and approve a set of bylaws that fits the needs of the particular corporation. Creating and maintaining corporate bylaws is usually required in order to comply with state corporate regulations. A set of corporate bylaws is included in our Comprehensive Formation Package. See similar questions...

No. Trademarks may no longer be cancelled. However, a trademark can be withdrawn. To withdraw a trademark, a Statement of Withdrawal of Trademark Registration may be e-filed. First select “File a document… affecting an existing record”, then search for the trademark to be withdrawn and select Statement of Withdrawal of Trademark Registration from the trademark’s Documents Available for Filing page. See similar questions...

Yes. Although a nonprofit corporation is not required to notify the Secretary of State of changes to officer/director information, a nonprofit corporation can file a Periodic Report even if the Secretary of State has not asked for one; however, filing a voluntary report does not affect your duty to timely-file a report when the Secretary of State asks you to. See similar questions...

Under Georgia law, O.C.G.A. 14-2-401 (profit) and 14-3-401 (nonprofit), issuance of a name by the Secretary of State means merely that the name is distinguishable for filing purposes from the names of other entities on the records of the Corporations Division. You will note that subsection (e) provides that "this chapter does not control the use of fictitious or trade names" and that "issuance of a corporate name does not affect the commercial availability of the name. See similar questions...

No. Pursuant to O.C.G.A. 10-1-490 trade names are registered with the Clerk of Superior Court of the county where the business is principally located. A trade name is also known as a "DBA" or "fictitious name." See similar questions...

Sometimes. A corporation incorporated in another state, a "foreign" corporation under Georgia law, should review the provisions of O.C.G.A. 14-2-1501 (profit) or O.C.G.A. 14-3-1501 (nonprofit). These laws provide that a "foreign corporation may not transact business in this state until it obtains a certificate of authority from the Secretary of State." However, each statute lists a number of activities that "do not constitute transacting business. See similar questions...

O.C.G.A. 14-2-1502 (profit) and 14-3-1502 (non profit) list the "consequences of transacting business without authority." One possible sanction is that a corporation that should have obtained a certificate of authority, but does not, may not be able to file a lawsuit in the State of Georgia. A profit corporation that begins transacting business in Georgia and later decides it must file with the Corporations Division must pay $500 penalty. See similar questions...

No. An unincorporated nonprofit association may, but is not required to, file an appointment of an agent for service of process ( Form 706 Word 80kb , PDF 51kb ). In addition, the association may, but is not required to, file a statement of authorization as to real property with the county clerk. A foreign filing entity must file an Application for Registration if it “transacts business” in Texas. See similar questions...

Georgia laws indicate that a "foreign corporation may not transact business in this state until it obtains a certificate of authority from the Secretary of State." However, each law lists a number of activities that "do not constitute transacting business." Thus, if a company's business falls into one of those categories, it is not required to file with the Secretary of State. Corporations desiring to register as a foreign corporation should review the provisions of O.C.G.A. See similar questions...

The most complete and current fee schedule can be found on the Secretary of State's Corporations Division website via www.sos.state.ga.us/corporations. On average, new filings take approximately 5-7 business days for processing; however, expedited services for new filings and amendments are available for an additional $100.00. (Fees are subject to change. Please check with the Corporations Division for verification.) See similar questions...

You file Articles of Incorporation. The Secretary of State's office provides optional forms for articles of incorporation of profit corporations, or the legal document may be drawn up by an attorney or the individuals wishing to form the corporation. If the individuals do not wish to seek the help of an attorney, they may refer to Idaho Code for assistance. Section 30-1-202 for profit corporations and 30-3-17 for non-profit corporations. See similar questions...

Yes, but payment must accompany the fax, either by credit card payment or use of a prepaid account. The fax number directly to the Business Entity division is (208) 334-2080. See similar questions...

Businesses not required to file with the state may file with the circuit clerk in the county where the business is located. Corporations that decide to “go out of business” must formally dissolve. Filing articles of dissolution will accomplish this. (A.C.A. 4-27-1401) See similar questions...

Yes, a person who has been in a position that entitled them to "The Honorable" continues to retain that honorific title even after he or she leaves that position. See similar questions...