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Utah Code Title 16. Corporations § 16-17-209. Resignation of registered agent

Current as of January 01, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

(1) A registered agent may resign at any time with respect to a represented entity by filing with the division a statement of resignation signed by or on behalf of the agent which states:

(a) the name of the entity;

(b) the name of the agent;

(c) that the agent resigns from serving as agent for service of process for the entity; and

(d) the name and address of the person to which the agent will send the notice required by Subsection (3).

(2) A statement of resignation takes effect on the earlier of the 31st day after the day on which it is filed or the appointment of a new registered agent for the represented entity.

(3) The registered agent shall promptly furnish the represented entity notice in a record of the date on which a statement of resignation was filed.

(4) When a statement of resignation takes effect, the registered agent ceases to have responsibility for any matter tendered to it as agent for the represented entity. A resignation under this section does not affect any contractual rights the entity has against the agent or that the agent has against the entity.

(5) A registered agent may resign with respect to a represented entity whether or not the entity is registered with the division.

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Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Utah Code Title 16. Corporations § 16-17-209. Resignation of registered agent - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ut/title-16-corporations/ut-code-sect-16-17-209/

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