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Certificate of Revisor of Statutes

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IN THE CHANCERY COURT OF THE
JUDICIAL DISTRICT OF COUNTY, MISSISSIPPI
CAUSE NO.

IN RE:

PETITION FOR REINSTATEMENT OF DISSOLVED CORPORATION

COMES NOW , hereinafter referred to as "Petitioner" and exhibits this its Petition for Reinstatement and respectfully would show unto the Court the following facts and matters, to-wit:

1.

That, Petitioner, is a for-profit corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Mississippi.

2.

That, Petitioner was administratively dissolved by the Secretary of State of Mississippi on . A true and correct copy of the Secretary of State's Certificate of Dissolution is attached hereto as Exhibit "" and is herein incorporated by reference.

3.

That, pursuant to the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended, Section 79-5-5.04, the Office of the Secretary of State has on served written notice upon the Petitioner concerning its denial of the Petitioner's application for reinstatement following administrative dissolution which sets forth the reason or reasons for said denial. A true and correct copy of the Secretary of State's Notice of Denial is attached hereto as Exhibit "" and is herein incorporated by reference.

4.

That, pursuant to Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended, Section 79-4-23, entitled "Appeal From Denial of Reinstatement", the Petitioner files this Petition for Corporate Reinstatement within () days after service of the notice of the denial. The Petitioner can show and substantiate good cause for this Court to set aside the dissolution of the corporate status, and reinstate the Petitioner to corporate status and good standing.

5.

That, Petitioner has filed all tax returns due the Mississippi State Tax Commission as evidenced by a copy of the Mississippi State Tax Commission certificate letter attached hereto as Exhibit "" and which is herein incorporated by reference.

6.

That, pursuant to Section 79-4-14.23 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended, this Court has the authority to order summarily the Secretary of State of Mississippi to reinstate the Petitioner's corporate status.

7.

That, pursuant to Section 79-4-14.22 of the Mississippi Code of 1972, as amended, the reinstatement shall relate back to and take effect as of the effective date of the administrative dissolution and Petitioner may continue and resume carrying on its business as if the administrative dissolution had never occurred.

WHEREFORE, PREMISES CONSIDERED, Petitioner prays that this Petition be received and examined by the Court, and upon a hearing of this matter that the Court will enter a Decree ordering the Secretary of State of Mississippi to reinstate Petitioner's corporate status retroactive to the date of the administrative dissolution.

FURTHER, if the Petitioner has prayed for wrong or improper relief, then Petitioner prays for such other relief as the Court deems to be correct and proper in the premises and under the terms of this petition.

FURTHER, Petitioner prays for general relief.

Respectfully submitted,

Attorney for

Of counsel:

Telephone:

MSB #:

Attorney for

SWORN TO AND SUBSCRIBED BEFORE ME, this the day of , 20

NOTARY PUBLIC

MY COMMISSION EXPIRES:

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What the Certificate of Revisor of Statutes Is

A Certificate of Revisor of Statutes is an official attestation that a set of statutory revisions, codifications, or editorial corrections has been prepared and checked by the legislative reviser or authorized codifier. It typically accompanies a redrafted chapter or consolidated code section and documents the changes, citations, and editorial authority used. The certificate helps establish that the text reflects enacted amendments, shows line-by-line changes or renumbering, and creates an auditable record for publication in session laws or the state code.

Why this Certificate Matters for Legal Accuracy

The certificate provides an authoritative record that statutory language has been reviewed and organized correctly, reducing citation errors and supporting official publication. It clarifies editorial choices, preserves legislative intent in codification, and creates a traceable document useful for courts, agencies, and publishers.

Why this Certificate Matters for Legal Accuracy

Who Commonly Prepares and Relies on This Certificate

Legislative staff, codifiers, and agency counsel typically prepare or rely on this certificate when statutes are revised or recodified.

  • Legislative offices and revisors — Prepare and sign certificates after legislative enactments are compiled.
  • State agencies and regulators — Use the certificate to confirm citation and applicability during rulemaking or enforcement.
  • Legal publishers and law libraries — Rely on the certificate for authoritative code publication and cross-references.

The certificate ensures downstream users—clerks, regulators, and legal publishers—can depend on a single, auditable source for the revised statutory text.

Who Signs and Countersigns This Certificate

Legislative Revisor

The legislative revisor or codifier prepares and normally signs the certificate, attesting to editorial changes and citation accuracy. Their signature affirms that the revisions reflect enacted legislation and accepted codification practice; in some jurisdictions an office stamp or seal accompanies the signature.

Clerk or Secretary

A clerk of the legislature or secretary may countersign or file the certificate, confirming receipt for publication and entry into session law records. That countersignature often triggers official publication workflows and archival filing.

Core Elements of a Professional Certificate of Revisor of Statutes

A professional certificate is concise, traceable, and includes all administrative and substantive details needed for official publication and archival tracking.

Certificate Heading

Clear title identifying the document as a Certificate of Revisor of Statutes, including legislative session or chapter number and the jurisdiction responsible for the revision.

Scope Statement

A short description of the chapters, sections, or bill numbers covered and whether the document reflects reenactment, consolidation, or editorial correction.

Change Log

Itemized list or table of affected sections showing old citation | new citation | summary of amendment to enable quick verification by third parties.

Effective Date

The date when revisions take effect or the date of certification; necessary to determine applicability and filing deadlines.

Signature Block

Printed name, official title of the revisor, signature line, and date; may include space for clerk countersignature and notary acknowledgment if required.

Repository Reference

Recordkeeping details such as file number, docket entry, or archival location where the certified document and supporting materials are stored.

Step-by-Step: Preparing and Issuing the Certificate

Follow these sequential steps to prepare a compliant certificate and route it for publication and archival.

  • 01
    Gather Records: Collect enacted bills, amendments, and legislative history relevant to the revision.
  • 02
    Draft Revisions: Compile revised text, renumber sections, and prepare a change log for each affected provision.
  • 03
    Review & Verify: Confirm that citations, cross-references, and legislative intent have been preserved and documented.
  • 04
    Sign and File: Obtain required signatures and file the certificate with the clerk for official publication and archival.

Configuring an Online Workflow for the Certificate

Set up a reproducible digital workflow so revisions, approvals, and publication steps are auditable and consistent.

Field Configuration
Document Template Create reusable template with fixed heading and change-log table.
Approval Order Define signer sequence: Revisor → Clerk → Publication Officer.
Authentication Use email or stronger MFA for signers to ensure attribution.
Archive Policy Automatically save PDF/A and audit log to the records repository.

Where to File, Send, and Publish the Certificate

Filing destinations vary by jurisdiction; follow statutory publication rules to ensure the revised text becomes part of the official record.

  • Legislative Clerk: File the certificate with the clerk for session-law publication.
  • State Code Office: Submit revisions to the office responsible for codification and online code updates.
  • Official Publisher: Provide certified copy to the state’s official legal publisher for printing and distribution.
  • Archival Repository: Deposit signed certificate and change log in the legislative archives.

Distribution Channels and Technical Requirements

Choose distribution channels that preserve file integrity, provide an audit trail, and meet your jurisdiction's retention rules.

  • Accepted Formats: PDF/A, DOCX for editing, and exported audit logs.
  • Integrations: Connectors for document management systems like Salesforce, NetSuite, Microsoft 365.
  • Authentication: Email link, SMS code, or stronger MFA options.

eSignature Pricing and Feature Comparison for Certificate Workflows

Common vendor options and baseline features relevant to signing and routing a Certificate of Revisor of Statutes; signNow is listed first per comparison conventions.

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Real-World Examples of Certified Codification Work

These short examples show how organizations document and publish statutory revisions using a certificate and digital workflows.

Optica Ventures — Operational Example

A small public-policy office centralized statute edits for clarity and indexing.

  • The team used a single certificate per chapter to record changes.
  • The consolidated certificate reduced publication errors and provided an auditable trail for legal staff and the state publisher while preserving legislative history.

Martin Properties — Local Government Use

A municipal code office consolidated local ordinances and prepared a revisor certificate.

  • The certificate listed ordinance renumbering and consolidated cross-references.
  • The signed and archived certificate simplified future codification updates and made historical tracking straightforward for city counsel and the public.

Required Information to Include on the Certificate

Certificate Title: Exact document title
Jurisdiction: Full state or territory name
Session Reference: Session year and chapter/bill
Effective Date: MM/DD/YYYY format
Signatory Name: Printed full name and title
Repository ID: Archive file or docket number

Risks and Consequences of an Incorrect Certificate

Misnumbering: Leads to citation confusion
Omitted Amendments: May invalidate interpretation
Missing Signature: Can delay publication
Improper Dating: Affects effective application
No Audit Trail: Complicates legal challenges
Noncompliant Storage: Risks evidentiary loss

Common Preparation Mistakes to Avoid

  • Failing to match the certificate language to the enacted bill text, which can create inconsistency between session laws and the codified text and lead to uncertainty in enforcement.
  • Using informal or inconsistent titles and formats across certificates, causing indexing problems and difficulty locating the official record in the archives.
  • Neglecting to capture a complete change log with old and new citations, which forces secondary users to reconstruct edits and increases error risk.
  • Assuming e-signatures or notarization rules are the same across states; differing statutory requirements can invalidate a certificate if local rules are not followed.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Certificate

Answers to common procedural and legal questions about preparing, signing, and filing a Certificate of Revisor of Statutes.


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