§ 6227

Societies which are now authorized to transact business in this State may continue such business until April 1, 1997. The authority of such societies and all societies hereafter licensed may thereafter be renewed annually, but in all cases to terminate on the next succeeding April 1. However, a license so issued shall continue in full force and effect until the new license is issued or specifically refused. For each such license or renewal, the society shall pay the Commissioner $25. A duly certified copy or duplicate of such license shall be prima facie evidence that the licensee is a fraternal benefit society within the meaning of this chapter.70 Del. Laws, c. 533, § 1;