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HomeFinancial CodeDiv. 1.6Ch. 4Art. 3§ 4900 Merger Definition Scope

§ 4900 Merger Definition Scope

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§ 4900 Merger Definition Scope

Key Takeaways

  • •This section defines what 'merger' means in this part of the law.
  • •A merger is any of the types of mergers listed in Section 4901.
  • •If the context suggests otherwise, the definition might not apply.

Example

Two companies want to combine into one bigger company.

This law says that when two companies join together like this, it's called a 'merger'. The exact types of mergers are listed in another section of the law (Section 4901).

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

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§ 4900 Merger Definition Scope

In this article, unless the context otherwise requires, “merger” means any of the mergers described in Section 4901. (Amended by Stats. 1995, Ch. 480, Sec. 166. Effective October 2, 1995.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 4902 Merger Corporations Code Compliance
  • § 4903 Merger Effects And Rules
  • § 4905 Merger Certificate Evidence
  • § 4895.01 Merger Definition Scope
  • § 4895.03 California Depository Merger Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Financial Code. Section 4900.
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