What is A Indiana Amendment?
Filing an amendment is necessary if an Indiana company decides to make major changes in the items it has listed in the Articles of Incorporation/Organization. The proper way of doing this is through an amendment, which you can do by filing the proper paperwork.
Reasons Why You Need To File An Amendment
No matter what your reason may be to change information related to your company, you have to file the necessary documents. If the changes will affect the formal entity structure of your organization, you will have to file an amendment with the state.
A. Changing The Company Name –
- LLCs
There are cases when an LLC has to change its name. When this happens, you will have to inform the state about your plan. Submit an amendment and update all official records.
- Corporations
If your corporation in Indiana chooses to operate under a new name, you will have to follow a legal process. File an amendment with the state. Additionally, you will also have to update all the state and government records of your company.
B. Changing Members Of The Business –
- LLCs
Your original Articles of Organization includes a list of the names, addresses, and contact information of all members and/or managers. You will have to report any changes in these pieces of information through an amendment.
- Corporations
On the other hand, corporations included a list of the names, addresses, and contact information of their officers and directors to their original Articles of Incorporation. Any changes to these pieces of information must be reported to the state. You can file an amendment or include the changes on the biennial report of your corporation. Another option is to file a Notice of Change of Principal/Officer.
C. Changing Address Related To The Business –
- LLCs
The state has to know where your office is located. If the principal office or mailing address of your LLC changes, you will have to report it to the state. You can do this through an amendment. Another option is to file a Notice of Change of Address Principal Office Address. The form is available on the website of the Secretary of State.
- Corporations
If your Indiana corporation moves to a different address, you will have to make sure that the state knows. You can do this through an amendment. You may also use the Notice of Change of Address Principal Office Address. You can find a copy of this form on the website of the Secretary of State.
D. Changing Contact Information –
- LLCs
One way for the state to communicate with your LLC is through the contact information. Make sure the state has updated information. This way, it will be able to reach your company in case it has queries. The Articles of Amendment includes a contact information section.
- Corporations
Corporations have to do the same. They should report any changes to your company’s contact information. File an amendment with the state to update its records. The Articles of Amendment has a section for your company’s contact information.
E. Changing The Number Of Shares That A Corporation Is Authorized To Issue – Indiana LLCs cannot issue stock, so they will not have to think about filing an amendment. On the other hand, corporations need to inform the state if they are thinking of changing the number of authorized shares that they can sell.
What Is Needed To File An Amendment?
LLC
To make amendments to the Articles of Organization of your Indiana LLC, you will have to file 2 copies of the completed Articles of Amendment of the Articles of Organization with the Secretary of State. You can submit online, in person, by mail, or express mail. You will also need to pay the $20 or $30 filing fee.
Corporation
Indiana corporations will have to file 2 copies of the completed Articles of Amendment of the Articles of Incorporation with the Secretary of State. You can file online, in person, by mail, or express mail. You will also have to pay a $20 or $30 filing fee.
How Can DoMyLLC Assist With Streamlining The Process?
Making changes to a company’s formation documents require proper completion and filing of paperwork. Depending on the changes, you may also have to take care of other documents. To help ease the process, you can turn to a reliable document filing company like DoMyLLC. Our team can provide support and assistance to Indiana business owners who need help in handling formalities to ensure compliance with the state.
Indiana Amendment FAQs
Is There A Filing Fee For The Amendment?
The filing fee for an amendment is $30. If you choose to file online, you will only need to pay $20.
What Information Is Required For The Articles Of Amendment?
LLCs have to provide the following information:
- Name of the company
- The email address of the company
- Return address
- Exact text of each amendment
- Name and address of your registered agent
- Authorized signature
Corporations have to provide the following information:
- Name of the company
- The email address of the company
- Return address
- Exact text of each amendment
- Name and address of your registered agent
- Manner of adoption
- Authorized signature
How Long Does It Take The State To Process The Amendment?
If the Secretary of State receives the in-person or express mail filing before noon, they will finish the processing by noon of the next business day. If you submit it in person or by express mail and the Secretary of State receives it in the afternoon, they will finish the processing by noon on the second business day. For mailed documents, the state may take around 3-5 business days.
Do You Receive A Copy Of The Certified Amendment From The State?
The Secretary of State will mail the filed amendment to the address that you provided on the filing fee check.
Indiana Business Resources
Indiana Office of Secretary of State
Phone:
(317) 232-6576
Address:
Indiana Secretary of State
302 West Washington Street, Room E018
Indianapolis, IN 46204
If you’re interested in more info on filing an amendment, call 888-366-9552.