SB 852
Increasing fees for execution of service of process by certified mail
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Bill overview
This bill proposes to increase fees charged by the Secretary of State for various business entity services, including filing, recording, and issuing certificates. It also raises fees for shipping and handling expenses associated with executing service of process by certified mail. Notably, the bill includes exemptions for foreign veteran-owned businesses and active-duty member businesses, and establishes a special revenue account for certain fees collected. The bill also updates fee schedules and introduces a prepaid fees account.
Key provisions
- Increases fees for filing, recording, and issuing certificates related to business entity formation and amendments.
- Raises fees for shipping and handling expenses for service of process by certified mail.
- Establishes a special revenue account to collect fees for specific services.
- Provides exemptions for foreign veteran-owned businesses and active-duty member businesses from certain fees.
- Creates a prepaid fees account for customers to prepay for services.
- Updates fee schedules for various business entity registrations and renewals.
- Allows for expedited service fees up to $500.
- Defines exemptions for veteran-owned and active-duty member businesses.
Who is affected
- Businesses registered in West Virginia
- Individuals and entities seeking to register businesses in West Virginia
- The Secretary of State’s office
- Foreign businesses operating in West Virginia
- Veteran-owned businesses
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