Florida §617.0501

Registered office and registered agent

Statute:
Florida §617.0501 · Chapter 617 (Corporations Not for Profit)
Topic:
Records & Disclosure · Registered agent
Applies to:
Nonprofit associations

Every nonprofit must continuously maintain a registered office and agent in Florida.

registered office; registered agent; service of process

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Frequently asked

What does Florida §617.0501 require?
Every nonprofit must continuously maintain a registered office and agent in Florida.
Who does Florida §617.0501 apply to?
Florida §617.0501 applies to Nonprofit associations in Florida.
What happens if our nonprofit corporation doesn't comply with §617.0501?
Non-compliance with Florida Chapter 617 can result in disputes filed with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Division of Florida Condominiums, Timeshares, and Mobile Homes — and may expose individual board members to personal liability in some circumstances. SoShiny's audit trail and documented workflows are designed to demonstrate compliance.
Where can I read the official text of Florida §617.0501?
The official text is published by the Florida Legislature at flsenate.gov. The summary on this page is for plain-English reference only and is not legal advice.
How does SoShiny help with Registered office and registered agent?
SoShiny gives every owner instant, permissioned access to the official records this statute requires — searchable, audit-logged, and exportable for state inspections. The records survive every board turnover because they live in one place, not in someone's inbox. Learn more →

Not legal advice. This page is a plain-English summary of Florida §617.0501 prepared by SoShiny for board members and managers. For binding legal advice or interpretation, consult a Florida-licensed attorney. For the official statutory text, see the link above.

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