Free Texas Entity Forfeiture Check
Is your Texas business forfeited?
Discovering your business is forfeited under Tax Code §171 can be alarming. Our free check verifies your exact status with the Texas Comptroller and Texas Secretary of State.
We'll provide you with a clear summary and the next steps required to obtain your Certificate of Reinstatement.
A forfeited entity loses its right to transact business in Texas. Without a valid Certificate of Account Status, you risk bank account freezes, contract invalidation, and personal liability for business debts.
Get Your Free Status Summary
We'll verify your entity's current status and send you a clear summary.
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What Is Texas Forfeiture?
Understanding the status and implications of a forfeited entity in Texas.
Plain English
In Texas, "forfeiture" means your business entity has lost its right to conduct business in the state. It is essentially a suspension of your corporate privileges. You cannot legally enter into contracts, sue, or defend your business in Texas courts.
Consequences
The consequences of ignoring a forfeiture are severe. Beyond losing the ability to operate legally, the most dangerous consequence is that the corporate veil is pierced. This means officers and directors can be held personally liable for any debts the business incurs while forfeited.
Why it happens
Forfeiture almost always occurs for one of two reasons: failing to file your required annual franchise tax report with the Texas Comptroller, or failing to pay the franchise tax owed. Sometimes, it can also result from failing to maintain a registered agent with the Texas Secretary of State.
Your Path to Compliance
A complete framework for Texas entity good standing.
Understand Good Standing
Learn what it means for your Texas entity to be in good standing and why it matters for contracts, banking, and liability.
Restore Good Standing
Lost your status? We help you navigate the Comptroller and Secretary of State to get it back quickly and correctly.
Maintain Good Standing
Stay compliant year-round. Understand franchise tax reporting requirements to prevent future forfeiture.
Prevent Future Problems
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What Happens If You Do Nothing?
Under Tax Code §171, ignoring a forfeited or revoked status in Texas carries severe consequences that escalate over time.
Bank Account Freezes
Financial institutions regularly check entity status. Forfeiture often triggers immediate account holds and loan defaults.
Contract Invalidity
You lose the right to defend your business in Texas courts, and existing contracts may become unenforceable.
Personal Liability Exposure
Officers and directors can become personally liable for business debts created during the forfeiture period.