(a) If the Secretary of State finds that the application for certificate of authority meets the requirements of this chapter and requisite fees as provided in Section 79-16-33, Mississippi Code of 1972, have been paid, he shall:(a) Endorse on the original the word “filed” and the month, day and year of the filing thereof;(b) File in his office the original of the application; and(c) Issue a certificate of authority to transact business in this state to which he shall affix a copy of the application.
(a) Endorse on the original the word “filed” and the month, day and year of the filing thereof;
(b) File in his office the original of the application; and
(c) Issue a certificate of authority to transact business in this state to which he shall affix a copy of the application.
The certificate of authority, together with a copy of the application affixed thereto by the Secretary of State, shall be returned to the business trust or its representative.