Regulatory compliance of Articles of Association as per law involves adhering to various requirements and regulations. Here are some key aspects:

Securities Laws and Regulations

1. Compliance with securities laws (e.g., Securities Act 1933, Securities Exchange Act 1934)
2. Registration with regulatory authorities (e.g., Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC))
3. Filing of updated Articles with regulatory authorities
4. Annual reporting requirements (e.g., Form 10-K, Form 10-Q)
5. Compliance with industry-specific regulations (e.g., FINRA, NYSE)

Company Law and Regulations

1. Compliance with Companies Act (e.g., UK Companies Act 2006, Canada Business Corporations Act)
2. Registration with registrar of companies
3. Filing of updated Articles with registrar of companies
4. Annual reporting requirements (e.g., annual returns)
5. Compliance with corporate governance requirements

Tax Laws and Regulations

1. Compliance with tax laws (e.g., income tax, value-added tax (VAT))
2. Filing of tax returns (e.g., Form 1120, Form T2)
3. Payment of taxes due
4. Compliance with tax withholding requirements
5. Maintenance of accurate financial records

Financial Reporting and Disclosure

1. Preparation of financial statements (e.g., balance sheet, income statement)
2. Disclosure of financial information (e.g., annual reports, quarterly reports)
3. Compliance with accounting standards (e.g., GAAP, IFRS)
4. Independent audit requirements
5. Transparency and accountability

Regulatory Approvals and Notifications

1. Obtaining regulatory approvals (e.g., SEC, FINRA)
2. Notification of changes to Articles (e.g., share capital, director appointments)
3. Compliance with regulatory filing requirements
4. Response to regulatory inquiries
5. Maintenance of regulatory records

Best Practices for Regulatory Compliance

1. Seek professional advice (e.g., lawyers, accountants)
2. Regularly review and update Articles
3. Ensure accurate record-keeping
4. Comply with industry-specific regulations
5. Maintain transparency and accountability

Consequences of Non-Compliance

1. Penalties and fines
2. Legal action
3. Reputation damage
4. Loss of licenses or permits
5. Criminal liability

To ensure regulatory compliance, companies should consult with legal, financial, and regulatory experts to ensure accuracy and completeness of their Articles of Association.