Resignation of registered agent.

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  • (1) A registered agent may resign at any time with respect to a represented entity by filing with the division a statement of resignation signed by or on behalf of the agent which states:
    • (a) the name of the entity;
    • (b) the name of the agent;
    • (c) that the agent resigns from serving as agent for service of process for the entity; and
    • (d) the name and address of the person to which the agent will send the notice required by Subsection (3).
  • (2) A statement of resignation takes effect on the earlier of the 31st day after the day on which it is filed or the appointment of a new registered agent for the represented entity.
  • (3) The registered agent shall promptly furnish the represented entity notice in a record of the date on which a statement of resignation was filed.
  • (4) When a statement of resignation takes effect, the registered agent ceases to have responsibility for any matter tendered to it as agent for the represented entity. A resignation under this section does not affect any contractual rights the entity has against the agent or that the agent has against the entity.
  • (5) A registered agent may resign with respect to a represented entity whether or not the entity is registered with the division.




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