Incorporation.

(1) When corporate existence begins. The corporate existence begins when the articles of incorporation become effective under s. 181.0209 . (2) Conclusive proof of incorporation. The department’s filing of the articles of incorporation or articles of domestication is conclusive proof that the corporation is incorporated under this chapter, except in a proceeding by the state to cancel or revoke the incorporation or involuntarily dissolve the corporation. (3) Notification of reporting requirements. Upon filing articles of incorporation of a corporation, the department shall inform the corporation of the reporting requirements under s. 202.12 for charitable organizations that solicit contributions. History: 1997 a. 79 ; 2013 a. 20 ; 2021 a. 258 .