Section 34.1-9-708 - Persons entitled to file initial financing statement or continuation statement(a) A person may file an initial financing statement or a continuation statement under this part if: (i) The secured party of record authorizes the filing; and (ii) The filing is necessary under this part: (A) To continue the effectiveness of a financing statement filed before this act takes effect; or (B) To perfect or continue the perfection of a security interest.