Form ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation of a Close Corporation - California

What Is Form ARTS-CL?

This is a legal form that was released by the California Secretary of State - a government authority operating within California. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is the purpose of the ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation?
A: The purpose of the ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation is to legally establish a close corporation in California.

Q: What is a close corporation?
A: A close corporation is a type of corporation in which the shares are held by a small number of shareholders and the corporation operates more like a partnership.

Q: What information is required in the ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation?
A: The ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation requires information such as the corporation's name, purpose, address, agent for service of process, and the names and addresses of the initial directors and shareholders.

Q: Can a close corporation have more than one class of stock?
A: Yes, a close corporation can have more than one class of stock, but it must be specified in the ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation.

Q: How much does it cost to file the ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation?
A: The filing fee for the ARTS-CL Articles of Incorporation is currently $100 in California.