24.03.245 - Filing of articles of dissolution. - Washington Statutes

Filing of articles of dissolution.

Articles of dissolution shall be delivered to the secretary of state. If the secretary of state finds that such articles of dissolution conform to law, the secretary of state shall, when all requirements have been met as in this chapter prescribed:

     (1) Endorse on the articles of dissolution the word "Filed," and the effective date of the filing.

     (2) File the articles of dissolution.

     The exact or conformed copy of the articles of dissolution, bearing the filing endorsement affixed thereto by the secretary of state, shall be returned to the representative of the dissolved corporation. Upon the filing of such articles of dissolution the existence of the corporation shall cease, except for the purpose of suits, other proceedings and appropriate corporate action by members, directors and officers as provided in this chapter.

[2002 c 74 § 11; 1982 c 35 § 94; 1967 c 235 § 50.]

Notes: Captions not law -- 2002 c 74: See note following RCW 19.09.020.

Intent -- Severability -- Effective dates -- Application -- 1982 c 35: See notes following RCW 43.07.160.