Form MLPA-12A Application for Amended Certificate of Authority to Transact Business - Maine

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Form MLPA-12A Application for Amended Certificate of Authority to Transact Business - Maine

What Is Form MLPA-12A?

This is a legal form that was released by the Maine Department of the Secretary of State - a government authority operating within Maine. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is MLPA-12A?
A: MLPA-12A is the application form for an amended certificate of authority to transact business in Maine.

Q: What is a certificate of authority to transact business?
A: A certificate of authority is a document that grants a foreign business entity the legal permission to do business in a specific state.

Q: Who needs to file MLPA-12A?
A: Any foreign business entity that is already authorized to do business in Maine and wants to make changes to their existing certificate of authority needs to file MLPA-12A.

Q: What kind of changes can be made through MLPA-12A?
A: MLPA-12A allows foreign business entities to amend their certificate of authority by making changes to their business name, registered agent, registered office address, principal office address, or other specified information.

Q: What is the fee for filing MLPA-12A?
A: The fee for filing MLPA-12A varies and is based on the type of entity and the changes being made. It is best to refer to the fee schedule provided by the Maine Secretary of State for accurate information.

Q: Are there any penalties for not filing MLPA-12A?
A: Failure to file MLPA-12A or to provide accurate information may result in the revocation or suspension of the foreign entity's certificate of authority to transact business in Maine.

Q: Can MLPA-12A be used for initial foreign qualification?
A: No, MLPA-12A is only used for making changes to an existing certificate of authority. For initial foreign qualification in Maine, a different form must be filed.

Q: How long does it take to process MLPA-12A?
A: The processing time for MLPA-12A can vary, but typically it takes a few weeks for the Maine Secretary of State to review the application and issue an amended certificate of authority.

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Form Details:

  • Released on July 1, 2007;
  • The latest edition provided by the Maine Department of the Secretary of State;
  • Easy to use and ready to print;
  • Quick to customize;
  • Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;

Download a fillable version of Form MLPA-12A by clicking the link below or browse more documents and templates provided by the Maine Department of the Secretary of State.

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