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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
The articles of incorporation shall state:
1. Name. The name of the association;
2. Purposes. The purposes for which it is formed;
3. Location. The municipality and county where the principal office for the transaction of business of the corporation is to be located;
4. Directors. The number of directors thereof, which shall be not less than 3 and may be any number in excess thereof; the term of office of such directors; and the names and residences of those who are to serve as directors for the first year, or until election and qualification of their successors.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Maine Revised Statutes Title 13. Corporations § 2053. Contents - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/me/title-13-corporations/me-rev-st-tit-13-sect-2053/
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