This Division serves as a repository for all records relating to the 58,000 corporate entities operating in the State of Maine, and 192,000 liens filed on personal property.

Specifically, this Division files all originating documents and amendments relating to corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, and limited liability partnerships, and reviews proposed entity names against those on file for availability prior to filing; files 49,000 annual reports disclosing officer information for all corporate entities, assesses penalties for late reports, and suspends or revokes entities which fail to file. The Division maintains 6,800 service and trade marks on file, and reviews the design and test of proposed marks against those on file for availability prior to filing. The Division also annually files 126,000 original records and renewals of security interests in personal property under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) and Food Security Act.

Requesting assistance in advance will help you to avoid the rejection of an improper filing. Our staff is always willing to provide assistance with any filing questions.

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