INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION MBCA-6

These Articles of Incorporation meet the minimum requirements in filing for a corporation within the state of Maine.  You’re encouraged to consult with an attorney while completing this form and additional forms. 

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 1”

Provide the name of the corporation in Article I of this form.  Make sure the corporation’s name has a designation required by the state. 

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 2”

Check the box in Article II only if the corporation offers professional services defined by 13 MRSA Chapter 22-A.  If you check the box, describe the type of professional services on the line below.

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 3”

Check the first box in Article III if the corporation’s clerk is a commercial clerk.  If you check the first box, provide the CRA public number and the name of the commercial clerk on the line below.  Check the second box if the corporation’s clerk is a noncommercial clerk.  If so, provide their name, street address, and mailing address if different from the street address. 

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 4”

If there is only one class of shares, check the first box in Article V and provide the number of authorized shares.  If there are two or more classes of shares, check the second box and attach a separate form that describes each class and series. 

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 5”

Check the first box in Article VI if there will be a board of directors.  Check the second box if the corporation will be managed by the shareholders.  If the corporation does have directors, check the appropriate boxes in Article VII.

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 6”

Only check the box in Article VIII if the corporation has rights defined under 13-C MRSA §641.  If there are additional Articles of Incorporation, attach a separate sheet and check the box in Article IX. 

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 7”

Each incorporator needs to print their name, provide their address, and sign their name in Article X. 

“Articles of Incorporation MBCA-6 Step 8”

Make sure to complete the Cover Letter before submitting this form.  The minimum filing fee is $145.00, and additional fees are required for expedited service.  Send the for and filing fee to the following address:

Secretary of State

Division of Corporations, UCC and Commissions

101 State House Station

Augusta, ME 04333-0101

INSTRUCTIONS: ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION CORP 41

Before a corporation files these drafted articles, they need to make sure the requested name is available within the state.  Call (573) 751-4153 to check the availability, or check online under the Secretary of State. 

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 1”

Provide the requested name of the corporation in Article I.  Make sure the name of the corporation meets requirements under state law. 

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 2”

State the name and address of the registered agent in Article II.  A qualified registered agent is an individual or corporation with a street address in the state.  Provide a street address.  A PO Box address is optional. 

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 3”

If the total number of authorized shares does not exceed 30,000 or the par value does not exceed $30,000, check the box in the first section of Article III.  If there are more than 30,000 shares or the par value exceeds $30,000, specify preferences, qualifications, limitations, restrictions, and other similar information in the second section of Article III.  Attach a separate form if necessary. 

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 4”

State the name and physical address of each incorporator in Article IV.  Attach a separate sheet if necessary.  Fill in a name and address for returning the documents in the box on the bottom of page 1. 

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 5”

Check the appropriate box in Article V.  If a projected date of dissolution is known, check the second box and provide the date on the line. 

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 6”

Indicate why the corporation was formed in Article VI.

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 7”

If the corporation has a board of directors, check the box in Article VII and provide the total number on the line provided.  Then provide an effective date for the Articles if necessary on the lines below. 

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 8”

The incorporators need to sign the bottom of the form.  Make sure the signatures correspond with the names in Article IV.  Provide a printed name

“Articles of Incorporation Corp 41 Step 9”

  The filing fee is $58.00 for a corporation with 30,000 shares or less.  Add $5.00 to the filing fee for any additional $10,000 of authorized capital.