Revocation of Charter

What is the consequence if a corporation refuses or obstructs the SEC’s exercise of its visitorial powers?

What is the consequence if a corporation refuses or obstructs the SEC’s exercise of its visitorial powers? If a corporation, without justifiable cause, refuses or obstructs the SEC’s exercise of its visitorial powers, the SEC may impose severe sanctions (SEC. 178, Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines). Specifically, the SEC may revoke the corporation’s certificate […]

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When may the SEC suspend or revoke the certificate of incorporation of a corporation under its general powers?

When may the SEC suspend or revoke the certificate of incorporation of a corporation under its general powers? The SEC is granted the general power to suspend or revoke the certificate of incorporation of any entity under its jurisdiction (SEC. 179, Revised Corporation Code of the Philippines). This drastic action can only be taken after

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