Subdivision 1.Authority.

(a) The secretary of state may adopt permanent rules to implement this chapter.

Terms Used In Minnesota Statutes 336A.12

  • Lien: A claim against real or personal property in satisfaction of a debt.
  • state: extends to and includes the District of Columbia and the several territories. See Minnesota Statutes 645.44

(b) If necessary to obtain federal certification of the computerized filing system, additional or alternative requirements made in conformity with United States Code, title 7, § 1631, may be adopted by the secretary of state by rule.

Subd. 2.Forms or format.

The secretary of state shall prescribe the forms or format to be used for effective financing statements, lien notices, combined forms, amendments, continuation statements, termination statements, and notices to debtors.