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HomeFinancial CodeDiv. 1.1Ch. 21Art. 1§ 1854 Corporation Articles Approval Filing

§ 1854 Corporation Articles Approval Filing

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§ 1854 Corporation Articles Approval Filing

Key Takeaways

  • •Before starting a company, you must get approval from the commissioner.
  • •After the state approves your company papers, you must send a copy to the commissioner.
  • •After your first meeting with the company leaders, you must also send the company rules to the commissioner.

Example

You and your friends want to start a lemonade stand company.

First, you ask the commissioner if it's okay. Once the state says yes, you tell the commissioner you're official. Then, after your first meeting where you decide who does what, you send those rules to the commissioner too.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1854 Corporation Articles Approval Filing

The articles of incorporation shall be submitted to the commissioner for his or her approval before they are filed with the Secretary of State pursuant to the Corporations Code. After the articles have been filed with the Secretary of State the corporation shall file with the commissioner a copy thereof, certified by the Secretary of State, and, after the organization meeting of the directors, a copy of its bylaws certified by its secretary. (Added by Stats. 2011, Ch. 243, Sec. 3. (SB 664) Effective January 1, 2012.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

articles of incorporationcommissionerSecretary of Statebylawsorganization meeting of the directors

Related Statutes

  • § 1884 Corporate Charter Submission Requirements
  • § 1895 International Banking Merger Approval
  • § 17313 Fidelity Corporation Approval Process
  • § 18101.5 Name Reservation For Corporations
  • § 1852 Corporation Formation Authorization

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Financial Code. Section 1854.
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