Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 11-508
This is the official text of Md. Code, Corporations and Associations § 11-508, part of Maryland’s Code, Corporations and Associations — governs the formation and operation of corporations, LLCs, and partnerships.
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§11–508.
Official statutory text
(a) A registration statement remains effective for 1 year after its effective date unless the Commissioner by rule or order extends the period of effectiveness. A registration statement is not effective while a stop order is in effect under §§ 11-511 through 11-513 of this subtitle.
(b) A registration statement may be withdrawn only in the discretion of the Commissioner.
(c) A registration statement that has not been made effective within 1 year from the date of initial filing may be deemed abandoned by the Commissioner.
(b) A registration statement may be withdrawn only in the discretion of the Commissioner.
(c) A registration statement that has not been made effective within 1 year from the date of initial filing may be deemed abandoned by the Commissioner.
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