One or more individuals, each of whom is licensed to render a professional service, may incorporate a professional corporation for pecuniary profit and become shareholders therein in the manner provided in the Business Corporation Act [Chapter 53, Articles 11 to 18 NMSA 1978]. The Business Corporation Act applies to professional corporations. If the provisions of the Business Corporation Act conflict with the provisions of the Professional Corporation Act, the provisions of the Professional Corporation Act shall prevail.

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Terms Used In New Mexico Statutes 53-6-4

  • Corporation: A legal entity owned by the holders of shares of stock that have been issued, and that can own, receive, and transfer property, and carry on business in its own name.