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Disclaimer:<\/strong> This blog post contains information that may no longer be accurate due to recent developments in the case. For the most up-to-date and accurate details, please refer to our updated post here.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Reporting Halted by Federal Court<\/h2>\n

A federal district court, finding that the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is likely unconstitutional, issued a nationwide preliminary injunction against enforcing the beneficial ownership reporting requirements mandated by the CTA. (Texas Top Cop Shop v. Garland (December 3, 2024) U.S. Dist. Ct., Eastern Dist. Of Texas, Case No. 4:24-CV-478).<\/p>\n

The opinion was issued on December 3, 2024, and is expected to be appealed by the government. We expect the preliminary injunction to remain in effect through the appeal process or until the court issues another order. We caution business owners to keep in mind that any potential compliance obligations could be reinstated quickly.<\/p>\n

If you have not filed your BOI reports yet, you may either continue to move forward with filing or pause your compliance efforts. If you choose to wait, be ready to act if the reporting requirements are reinstated. You should also consult with legal counsel on any questions related to your specific circumstances.<\/p>\n

The below article was originally published on December 18, 2023, and was updated with current information on October 30, 2024. Following a federal district court\u2019s December 2024 ruling that the CTA is likely unconstitutional, this article was updated on December 5, 2024.\u00a0<\/i><\/h6>\n\n

Upcoming Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) Compliance Deadline<\/h2>\n

The deadline for existing businesses to comply with the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is fast approaching! By January 1, 2025, all applicable U.S. businesses must report beneficial ownership details to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) or face penalties. This update serves as a reminder to take the necessary steps to prepare, gather required information, and explore reporting options to ensure compliance. Read on for key details on reporting requirements, timelines, and tips to help you meet this important federal mandate. For additional assistance, please contact us<\/a>\u00a0or reach out to your\u00a0Perkins advisor<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is a federal law designed to enhance transparency in business ownership to combat money laundering and other illicit financial activities. Starting on January 1, 2024, the CTA mandates that both domestic and foreign businesses operating in the United States report detailed information about their business and its owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Failure to comply with this new law carries a penalty of up to $500 per day, up to $10,000 <\/span>per entity.<\/span><\/u><\/p>\n

Who is Required to Report Under the CTA?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

All businesses created or registered to conduct business with a secretary of state or a similar office must file unless they meet specific exceptions. These exceptions apply primarily to large businesses or businesses already disclosing similar information due to other federal or state regulations. Unfortunately, smaller businesses are unlikely to qualify for an exception.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

When and Where to File the Report?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Starting January 1, 2024, FinCEN will accept reports electronically through its new secure website. Existing businesses must register <\/span>before January 1, 2025<\/span><\/strong>. New businesses started in 2024 have 90 days after formation to register. All businesses, once registered, must update any change to their information within 30 days.<\/span><\/p>\n

Information to Report<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

All businesses must report their full legal name, trade name (if applicable), principal place of business address, jurisdiction of formation, and taxpayer identification number. Additionally, businesses must report personal information from their beneficial owners\u2014individuals with \u201csubstantial control\u201d or holding a 25% or greater ownership interest. The personal information required is the full legal name, date of birth, residential address, and a unique identifying number from an acceptable identification document, including an image of this document. Businesses formed in 2024 or later must also report personal information from their company applicants.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Beneficial owners can personally apply for a \u201cFinCEN identifier\u201d by providing their information directly to FinCEN. Individuals can provide this unique identifying number to businesses as an alternative to providing their personal information.<\/span><\/p>\n

What Should You Do Now?<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

Because this is a new reporting requirement and the reporting portal is not yet open, it is unclear how or whether we or other third-party service providers can assist you. Assisted reporting options may emerge over the first half of 2024 as the FinCEN works with business and their professionals. For now, you can prepare yourself for reporting by:<\/span><\/p>\n