California · Corporations Code
CORP §2258: Any foreign corporation subject to the provisions of Chapter 21 which transacts intrastate business without complying therewith is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by fine of not less than five hun
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A foreign corporation conducting intrastate business without complying with Chapter 21 requirements is guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine between $500 and $1,000.
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