The Articles of Incorporation is the document that is prepared and filed in many states that creates a corporation. It outlines the basic structure of the corporation and includes information such as the name and address, purpose, powers, registered agent, number and types of shares of the corporation, the number and type of shares of stock to be issued and any other information relating to the existence of the corporation. This form is generally filed by the incorporator.
The Articles of Incorporation are also known as the Certificate of Incorporation or the Corporate Charter.
Definition of Articles of Incorporation, Certificate of Incorporation and Corporate Charter