LIBERTY STAR URANIUM & METALS CORP. - Annual Report: 2020 (Form 10-K)

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-K

(Mark One)

[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020

[  ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from ______________to______________

Commission file number 000-50071

LIBERTY STAR URANIUM & METALS CORP.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

2 East Congress Street, Suite 900, Tucson, Arizona 85701

(Address of principal executive offices)

520-425-1433

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:

Common Stock, par value $0.00001

(Title of class)

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act. Yes [  ] No [X]

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Act. Yes [  ] No [X]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [  ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes [X] No [  ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company, or emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. [  ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Act). Yes [  ] No [X]

State the aggregate market value of the voting and non-voting common equity held by non-affiliates computed by reference to the price at which the common equity was last sold, or the average bid and asked price of such common equity, as of the last business day of the registrant’s most recently completed second fiscal quarter: $5,944,908 as of July 31, 2019.

APPLICABLE ONLY TO ISSUERS INVOLVED IN BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS DURING THE PRECEDING FIVE YEARS:

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has filed all documents and reports required to be filed by Section 12, 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 subsequent to the distribution of securities under a plan confirmed by a court. [  ] Yes [  ] No

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the registrant’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date: 4,742,269,679 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding as of April 30, 2020.

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

None.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

This annual report on Form 10-K contains forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or our future financial performance. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may”, “should”, “expects”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “believes”, “estimates”, “predicts”, “potential” or “continue” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. These statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, including the risks in the section entitled “Risk Factors”, that may cause our or our industry’s actual results, levels of activity, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements.

While these forward-looking statements, and any assumptions upon which they are based, are made in good faith and reflect our current judgment regarding the direction of our business, actual results will almost always vary, sometimes materially, from any estimates, predictions, projections, assumptions or other future performance suggested herein. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Except as required by applicable law, including the securities laws of the United States, we do not intend to update any of the forward-looking statements to conform these statements to actual results.

All dollar amounts refer to U.S. dollars unless otherwise indicated. Our consolidated financial statements were prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear elsewhere in this annual report on Form 10-K.

As used in this annual report on Form 10-K, the terms “we”, “us”, the “Company” and “Liberty Star” mean Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. and our subsidiaries, Hay Mountain Holdings, LLC, and Earp Ridge Mines LLC, unless otherwise indicated.

PART I

ITEM 1. BUSINESS.

Business development

Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. (the “Company”, “we” or “Liberty Star”) was formerly Liberty Star Gold Corp. and formerly Titanium Intelligence, Inc. (“Titanium”). Titanium was incorporated on August 20, 2001 under the laws of the State of Nevada. On February 5, 2004, we commenced operations in the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties business. In April 2007, we changed our name to Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. Hay Mountain Holdings, LLC, (formerly known as Hay Mountain Super Project LLC) our wholly owned subsidiary, serves as the primary holding company for development of the potential ore bodies encompassed in the Hay Mountain area of interest in Arizona. In April 2019, we formed the first company intended for engagement with future venture partners named Earp Ridge Mines LLC. We are in the exploration phase of operations and have not generated any revenues from operations.

Our current business

We are engaged in the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties in the state of Arizona and the Southwest USA. Claims in the state of Arizona are held in the name of Liberty Star. We use the term “Super Project” to indicate a project in which numerous mineral targets have been identified, any one or more of which could potentially contain commercially viable quantities of minerals. Our significant projects are described below.

Tombstone Super Project (“Tombstone”): Tombstone is located in Cochise County, Arizona and covers the Tombstone caldera and its environs. Within the Tombstone caldera is the Hay Mountain target where we are concentrating our work at this time. We plan to ascertain whether the Tombstone, Hay Mountain claims possess commercially viable deposits of copper, molybdenum, gold, silver, lead, zinc, manganese and other metals including Rare Earth Elements (REE’s). We have not identified any ore reserves to date.

Title to mineral claims involves certain inherent risks due to difficulties in determining the validity of certain claims, as well as potential for problems arising from the frequently ambiguous conveyancing history characteristic of many mineral properties. We have investigated title to all the Company’s mineral properties and, to the best of its knowledge, title to all properties retained are in good standing.

The mineral resource business generally consists of three stages: exploration, development and production. Mineral resource companies that are in the exploration stage have not yet found mineral resources in commercially exploitable quantities and are engaged in exploring land in an effort to discover them. Mineral resource companies that have located a mineral resource in commercially exploitable quantities and are preparing to extract that resource are in the development stage, while those engaged in the extraction of a known mineral resource are in the production stage. We have not found any mineral resources in commercially exploitable quantities.

There is no assurance that a commercially viable mineral deposit exists on any of our properties, and further exploration is required before we can evaluate whether any exist and, if so, whether it would be economically feasible to develop or exploit those resources. Even if we complete our current exploration program and we are successful in identifying a mineral deposit, we would be required to spend substantial funds on further drilling and engineering studies before we could know whether that mineral deposit will constitute a commercially viable mineral deposit, known as an “ore reserve.”

To date, we have not generated any revenues. Our ability to pursue our business plan and generate revenues is subject to our ability to obtain additional financing, and we cannot give any assurance that we will be able to do so.

The extent to which the coronavirus disease (“COVID-19”) impacts our businesses will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted, including new information which may emerge concerning the severity of COVID-19 and the actions to contain COVID-19 or treat its impact, among others. If the disruptions posed by COVID-19 or other matters of global concern continue for an extensive period of time, our operations may be materially adversely affected.

Competition

We are a mineral resource company engaged in the business of mineral exploration. We compete with other mineral resource exploration companies for financing from a limited number of investors that are prepared to make investments in mineral resource exploration companies. The presence of competing mineral resource exploration companies may impact our ability to raise additional capital in order to fund our property acquisitions and exploration programs if investors are of the view that investments in competitors are more attractive based on the merit of the mineral properties under investigation and the price of the investment offered to investors.

We also compete for mineral properties of merit with other exploration companies. Competition could reduce the availability of properties of merit or increase the cost of acquiring additional mineral properties.

Many of the resource exploration companies with whom we compete may have greater financial and technical resources than we have. Accordingly, these competitors may be able to spend greater amounts on acquisitions of properties of merit and on exploration of their properties. In addition, they may be able to afford greater geological expertise in the targeting and exploration of resource properties. This competition could result in our competitors having resource properties of greater quality and interest to prospective investors who may finance additional exploration and to senior exploration companies that may purchase resource properties or enter into joint venture agreements with junior exploration companies. This competition could adversely impact our ability to finance property acquisitions and further exploration.

Compliance with Government Regulation

We will be required to comply with all regulations, rules and directives of governmental authorities and agencies applicable to the exploration of minerals in the State of Arizona and all other States in which we plan to operate.

We are required to pay annual rentals for our federal lode mining claims for the Tombstone project in the State of Arizona. The rental period begins at noon on September 1st through the following September 1st and rental payments are due by the first day of the rental period. The annual rentals are $165 per claim. The rentals due by September 1, 2020 for the period from September 1, 2020 through September 1, 2021 of $10,890 have not been paid yet, however, we plan to pay these fees prior to the due date. All rentals during the year ended January 31, 2020 have been paid.

We are required to pay annual rentals for our Arizona State Land Department Mineral Exploration Permits (“AZ MEP”) at our Tombstone Hay Mountain project in the State of Arizona. AZ MEP permits cost $500 per permit per year in non-refundable filing fees and are valid for 1 year and renewable for up to 5 years. The rental fee is $2.00 per acre for the first year, which includes the second year, and $1.00 per acre per year for years three through five. The minimum work expenditure requirements are $10 per acre per year for years one and two and $20 per acre per year for years three through five. If the minimum work expenditure requirement is not met the applicant can pay the equal amount in fees to the Arizona State Land Department to keep the AZ MEP permits current. The rental period begins on the date of acceptance for each permit. Rental payments are due by the first day of the rental period. We hold AZ MEP permits for 12,557.77 acres at our Tombstone project. We plan to pay filing and rental fees for our AZ MEP’s before their respective due dates in the amount of $20,640. Required minimum work expenditures (labor assessment) was $133,647 which is due for year ending January 31, 2021. Required minimum work expenditures (labor assessment) of $89,309 were submitted during the year ended January 31, 2020; all fees and work expenditures due during the year ended January 31, 2020 have been paid.

With respect to the foregoing properties, additional approvals and authorizations may be required from other government agencies, depending upon the nature and scope of the proposed exploration program. The amount of these costs is not known at this time as we do not know the size, quality of any resource or reserve at this time, and it is extremely difficult to assess the impact of any capital expenditures on earnings or our competitive position.

Personnel

Our CEO & President, Brett Gross was elected by the Board on December 7, 2018. The Board also elected Pete O’Heeron as Chairman of the Board. We also employ one full time CFO who is also our VP of Finance, one full time geo-tech, who is also our Manager of Field Operations, one Investor Relations Representative and one consultant CPA on an as needed basis. We hire consultants for investor relations, exploration, derivative accounting, and administrative functions also on an as needed basis.

ITEM 1A. Risk Factors.

Investing in our common stock involves a high degree of risk. You should not invest in our stock unless you are able to bear the complete loss of your investment. You should carefully consider the risks described below, as well as other information provided to you in this prospectus, including information in the section of this annual report on Form 10-K entitled “Forward-Looking Statements” before making an investment decision. The risks and uncertainties described below are not the only ones facing our company. Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us or that we currently believe are immaterial may also impair our business operations. If any of the following risks actually occur, our business, financial condition or results of operations could be materially adversely affected, the value of our common stock could decline, and you may lose all or part of your investment.

Risks Related to Our Company and Our Business

Our businesses may be materially adversely affected by the recent coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak or the related market decline and volatility.

On January 30, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern.” On March 11, 2020 the World Health Organization characterized the outbreak as a “pandemic”. The significant outbreak of COVID-19 has resulted in a widespread health crisis that is adversely affecting the economies and financial markets worldwide, including the business which we operate and own. The recent market decline and volatility in connection with the COVID-19 pandemic could also materially and adversely affect any future potential acquisitions. Furthermore, with restrictions on travel, the limited ability to have meetings with personnel, vendors and services providers are expected to have an adverse effect on our businesses. The extent to which COVID-19 impacts our businesses will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted, including new information which may emerge concerning the severity of COVID-19 and the actions to contain COVID-19 or treat its impact, among others. If the disruptions posed by COVID-19 or other matters of global concern continue for an extensive period of time, our operations may be materially adversely affected.

Because of the speculative nature of the exploration of natural resource properties, there is substantial risk that this business will fail.

There is no assurance that any of the claims we explore or acquire will contain commercially exploitable reserves of minerals. Exploration for natural resources is a speculative venture involving substantial risk. Hazards such as unusual or unexpected geological formations and other conditions often result in unsuccessful exploration efforts. We may also become subject to significant liability for pollution or hazards, which we cannot insure or which we may elect not to insure. There is substantial risk that our business will fail.

If we cannot compete successfully for financing and for qualified managerial and technical employees, our exploration program may suffer.

Our competition in the mining industry includes large established mining companies with substantial capabilities and with greater financial and technical resources than we have. As a result of this competition, we may be unable to acquire additional financing on terms we consider acceptable because investors may choose to invest in our competitors instead of investing in us. We also compete with other mining companies in the recruitment and retention of qualified managerial and technical employees. Our success will be largely dependent on our ability to hire and retain highly qualified personnel. These individuals are in high demand and we may not be able to attract the personnel we need. We may not be able to afford the high salaries and fees demanded by qualified personnel or may lose such employees after they are hired. If we are unable to successfully compete for financing or for qualified employees, our exploration program may be slowed down or suspended.

Exploration and exploitation activities are subject to comprehensive regulation which may cause substantial delays or require capital outlays in excess of those anticipated causing an adverse effect on our company.

Exploration and exploitation activities are subject to federal, state, and local laws, regulations and policies, including laws regulating the removal of natural resources from the ground and the discharge of materials into the environment. Exploration and exploitation activities are also subject to federal, state, and local laws and regulations which seek to maintain health and safety standards by regulating the design and use of drilling methods and equipment.

Various permits from government bodies are required for drilling operations to be conducted; no assurance can be given that such permits will be received. Environmental and other legal standards imposed by federal, state, or local authorities may be changed and any such changes may prevent us from conducting planned activities or increase our costs of doing so, which would have material adverse effects on our business. Moreover, compliance with such laws may cause substantial delays or require capital outlays in excess of those anticipated, thus causing an adverse effect on us. Additionally, we may be subject to liability for pollution or other environmental damages which we may not be able to or elect not to insure against due to prohibitive premium costs and other reasons. Any laws, regulations or policies of any government body or regulatory agency may be changed, applied or interpreted in a manner which will alter and negatively affect our ability to carry on our business.

There are no known reserves of minerals on our mineral claims and we cannot guarantee that we will find any commercial quantities of minerals.

We have not found any mineral reserves on our claims and there can be no assurance that any of our mineral claims contain commercial quantities of any minerals. Even if we identify commercial quantities of minerals in any of our claims, there can be no assurance that we will be able to exploit the reserves or, if we are able to exploit them, that we will do so on a profitable basis. Any such efforts will require financing, which we may not be able to arrange.

Because the probability of an individual prospect ever having reserves is extremely remote, any funds spent on exploration will probably be lost.

The probability of an individual prospect ever having reserves is extremely remote. In all probability our properties do not contain any reserves. As such, any funds spent on exploration will probably be lost, which would most likely result in a loss of your investment.

We have a limited operating history and as a result there is no assurance we can operate on a profitable basis.

We have a limited operating history and must be considered in the exploration stage. Our operations will be subject to all the risks inherent in the establishment of an exploration stage enterprise and the uncertainties arising from the absence of a significant operating history. Potential investors should be aware of the difficulties normally encountered by mineral exploration companies and the high rate of failure of such enterprises, especially those with a limited operating history. The likelihood of success must be considered in light of the problems, expenses, difficulties, complications and delays encountered in connection with the exploration of the mineral properties that we plan to undertake. These potential problems include, but are not limited to, unanticipated problems relating to exploration, and additional costs and expenses that may exceed current estimates. The expenditures to be made by us in the exploration of the mineral claim may not result in the discovery of mineral deposits. Problems such as unusual or unexpected formations of rock or land and other conditions are involved in mineral exploration and often result in unsuccessful exploration efforts. If the results of our exploration do not reveal viable commercial mineralization, we may decide to abandon our claim and acquire new claims for new exploration or cease operations. The acquisition of additional claims will be dependent upon us possessing capital resources at the time in order to purchase such claims. If no funding is available, we may be forced to abandon our operations. No assurance can be given that we will ever operate on a profitable basis.

If we do not obtain additional financing, our business will fail and our investors could lose their investment.

We had cash and cash equivalents in the amount of $25,024 and negative working capital of $1,708,540 as of January 31, 2020. We currently do not generate revenues from our operations. Our business plan calls for substantial investment and cost in connection with the acquisition and exploration of our mineral properties currently under lease and option. Any direct acquisition of any of the claims under lease or option is subject to our ability to obtain the financing necessary for us to fund and carry out exploration programs on the subject properties. The requirements are substantial. There is no assurance that we will be able to maintain operations at a level sufficient for an investor to obtain a return on their investment in our common stock. Further, we may continue to be unprofitable. Obtaining additional financing would be subject to a number of factors, including market prices for minerals, investor acceptance of our properties, contractual restrictions on our ability to enter into further financing arrangements, and investor sentiment. These factors may make the timing, amount, terms or conditions of additional financing unavailable to us and our business could fail.

Because there is no assurance that we will generate revenues, we face a high risk of business failure.

We have not earned any revenues and have never been profitable. We do not have an interest in any revenue generating properties. We were incorporated in 2001 and took over our current business in 2004. To date, we have been involved primarily in organizational and exploration activities. We will incur substantial operating and exploration expenditures without realizing any revenues. We therefore expect to incur significant losses into the foreseeable future. We have limited operating history upon which an evaluation of our future success or failure can be made. We recognize that if we are unable to generate significant revenues from our activities, we will not be able to earn profits or continue operations. Based upon current plans, we also expect to incur significant operating losses in the future. We cannot guarantee that we will be successful in raising capital to fund these operating losses or generate revenues in the future. We can provide investors with no assurance that we will generate any operating revenues or ever achieve profitable operations. If we are unsuccessful in addressing these risks, our business will most likely fail and our investors could lose their investment.

Our independent registered public accounting firm’s report states that there is a substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.

Our independent registered public accounting firm, MaloneBailey, LLP, stated in its audit report attached to our audited financial statements for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020 that since we have suffered recurring losses from operations, requires additional funds for further exploratory activity prior to attaining a revenue generating status, and we may not find sufficient ore reserves to be commercially mined, there is a substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern.

The existence of our mining claims depends on our ability to fund exploratory activity or to pay fees.

Our mining claims, which are the central part of our business, require that we either pay fees, or incur certain minimum development costs annually, or the claims will be forfeited. Due to our current financial situation we may not be able to meet these obligations and we could therefore lose our claims. This would impair our ability to raise capital and would negatively impact the value of our company.

Risks Related to Our Common Stock

Because we will likely issue additional shares of our common stock, investment in our company could be subject to substantial dilution.

Investors’ interests in our company will be diluted and investors may suffer dilution in their net book value per share when we issue additional shares. We are authorized to issue 6,250,000,000 shares of common stock, $0.00001 par value per share. As of April 30, 2020, there were 4,742,269,679 shares of our common stock issued and outstanding. We anticipate that all or at least some of our future funding, if any, will be in the form of equity financing from the sale of our common stock. If we do sell more common stock, investors’ investment in our company will likely be diluted. Dilution is the difference between what you pay for your stock and the net tangible book value per share immediately after the additional shares are sold by us. If dilution occurs, any investment in our company’s common stock could seriously decline in value.

The sale of our stock under the convertible notes and the common share purchase warrants could encourage short sales by third parties, which could contribute to the future decline of our stock price.

In many circumstances, the provision of financing based on the distribution of equity for companies that are quoted on the OTC Pink market tier has the potential to cause a significant downward pressure on the price of common stock. This is especially the case if the shares being placed into the market exceed the market’s ability to take up the increased stock or if we have not performed in such a manner to show that the equity funds raised will be used to grow our business. Such an event could place further downward pressure on the price of our common stock. Regardless of our activities, the opportunity exists for short sellers and others to contribute to the future decline of our stock price. If there are significant short sales of our common stock, the price decline that would result from this activity will cause the share price to decline more, which may cause other stockholders of the stock to sell their shares, thereby contributing to sales of common stock in the market. If there are many more shares of our common stock on the market for sale than the market will absorb, the price of our common shares will likely decline.

Trading in our common stock on the OTC Pink Open Market tier is limited and sporadic making it difficult for our stockholders to sell their shares or liquidate their investments.

Our common stock is currently quoted for public trading on the OTC Pink Open Market tier. The trading price of our common stock has been subject to wide fluctuations. Trading prices of our common stock may fluctuate in response to a number of factors, many of which will be beyond our control. The stock market has generally experienced extreme price and volume fluctuations that have often been unrelated or disproportionate to the operating performance of companies with no current business operation. There can be no assurance that trading prices and price earnings ratios previously experienced by our common stock will be matched or maintained. These broad market and industry factors may adversely affect the market price of our common stock, regardless of our operating performance. In the past, following periods of volatility in the market price of a company’s securities, securities class-action litigation has often been instituted. Such litigation, if instituted, could result in substantial costs for us and a diversion of management’s attention and resources.

Our bylaws contain provisions indemnifying our officers and directors against all costs, charges and expenses incurred by them.

Our bylaws contain provisions with respect to the indemnification of our officers and directors against all costs, charges and expenses, including an amount paid to settle an action or satisfy a judgment, actually and reasonably incurred by them, including an amount paid to settle an action or satisfy a judgment in a civil, criminal or administrative action or proceeding to which they are made parties by reason of their being or having been our directors or officers.

Our bylaws do not contain anti-takeover provisions which could result in a change of our management and directors if there is a take-over of our company.

We do not currently have a shareholder rights plan or any anti-takeover provisions in our bylaws. Without any anti-takeover provisions, there is no deterrent for a take-over of our company, which may result in a change in our management and directors. This could result in a disruption to the activities of our company, which could have a material adverse effect on our operations.

We do not intend to pay dividends on any investment in the shares of stock of our company and any gain on an investment in our company will need to come through an increase in our stock’s price, which may never happen.

We have never paid any cash dividends and currently do not intend to pay any dividends for the foreseeable future. To the extent that we require additional funding currently not provided for in our financing plan, our funding sources may prohibit the payment of a dividend. Because we do not intend to declare dividends, any gain on an investment in our company will need to come through an increase in the stock’s price. This may never happen and investors may lose all of their investment in our company.

Because our securities are subject to penny stock rules, you may have difficulty reselling your shares.

Our shares as penny stocks, are covered by Section 15(g) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), which imposes additional sales practice requirements on broker/dealers who sell our company’s securities including the delivery of a standardized disclosure document; disclosure and confirmation of quotation prices; disclosure of compensation the broker/dealer receives; and, furnishing monthly account statements. These rules apply to companies whose shares are not traded on a national stock exchange, trade at less than $5.00 per share, or who do not meet certain other financial requirements specified by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”). These rules require brokers who sell “penny stocks” to persons other than established customers and “accredited investors” to complete certain documentation, make suitability inquiries of investors, and provide investors with certain information concerning the risks of trading in such penny stocks. These rules may discourage or restrict the ability of brokers to sell our shares of common stock and may affect the secondary market for our shares of common stock. These rules could also hamper our ability to raise funds in the primary market for our shares of common stock.

FINRA sales practice requirements may also limit a stockholder’s ability to buy and sell our stock.

In addition to the “penny stock” rules described above, the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (“FINRA”) has adopted rules that require that in recommending an investment to a customer, a broker-dealer must have reasonable grounds for believing that the investment is suitable for that customer. Prior to recommending speculative low-priced securities to their non-institutional customers, broker-dealers must make reasonable efforts to obtain information about the customer’s financial status, tax status, investment objectives and other information. Under interpretations of these rules, FINRA believes that there is a high probability that speculative low-priced securities will not be suitable for at least some customers. FINRA requirements make it more difficult for broker-dealers to recommend that their customers buy our common shares, which may limit your ability to buy and sell our stock and have an adverse effect on the market for our shares.

ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS

Not applicable to smaller reporting companies.

ITEM 2. PROPERTIES.

Our offices

Our employees work either from our principal office or from offices maintained in their homes. Our corporate office address is 2 East Congress St. Ste. 900, Tucson, AZ 85701.

We currently rent a storage space for $45 per month in Tombstone, AZ on a month-to-month basis.

We believe that our existing office facilities are adequate for our needs. Should we require additional space in the future, we believe that such space can be secured on commercially reasonable terms.

Our mineral claims

All of the Company’s claims for mineral properties are in good standing as of January 31, 2020.

Tombstone:

Tombstone is a large and ancient (72 million years before the present – or Laramide in age) volcanic structure – a caldera. The US Geological Survey caldera experts, conclude this is correct. Subsequently, more than seventeen calderas of various ages have been identified in Arizona by the US Geological survey, the Arizona Geological Survey and others. Such calderas of Laramide age are all associated with porphyry alteration and copper and associated mineralization; many of these have become very large copper mines. Advanced technology, has indicated that alteration associated mineralization at Tombstone is much more extensive than originally thought. This alteration lies largely under cover and is indicated by geochemistry, geophysics and projection of known geology into covered areas.

The Hay Mountain Project is located 6.5 miles southeast of Tombstone where we hold 28 Arizona State Mineral Exploration Permits (MEPs) covering (12,557.77 acres) or 19.62 square miles, and 57 federal lode mining claims covering (1095.18 acres) or 1.71 square miles  and is accessible by Hwy 80, Davis Rd. and Wild West Road.

LIBERTY STAR

TOMBSTONE-AZ

Federal Unpatented Claims

Claim Names

HM 87-143

TS 168-176

Claim Acreage

57 HM Claims- 1095.18 acres

9 TS Claims- 99.5 acres

State Exploration Permits

28 State MEP’s totaling

12,557.77 acres

At Hay Mountain, we plan to ascertain whether the Hay Mountain lode mining claims and AZ MEPs possess commercially viable deposits of copper, gold, molybdenum, silver, zinc, rare earth metals and other valuable metals. We have a phased exploration plan that involves diamond core drilling of multiple holes over targets determined by analysis of geochemical sampling and ZTEM electromagnetic and magnetic survey. Initial phase 1 drilling is planned to take approximately one year. Should results indicate the viability of the project, additional phased work, both exploration and development, is planned over the course of seven total years to define the nature and size of an ore body(s) and move toward mining. Any exploration plans are dependent on acquiring suitable funding. No part of the phased program is currently funded.

The Tombstone claims are undeveloped. However significant amounts of aeromagnetic surveys, IP (Induced Polarization Surveys), geologic mapping by the USGS and others, and geochemical surveys including soil, rock and vegetation sampling have been conducted at various times by various parties, over the last 60 years. When compiled and analyzed these various data suggest a compelling series of anomalies that are typical of buried, dirt and rock covered porphyry copper system(s). Below is a summary of prior exploration activities performed on our Tombstone claims: Technical Report: In mid-March 2011, Liberty Star contracted SRK to prepare three (3) Technical studies and Reports in a form similar to mineral reports prescribed under NI 43-101. Members of SRK’s engineering/scientific staff supervised by a Qualified Person as defined under NI 43-101 and SRK’s Tucson Office Principal Geologist, Corolla Hoag, and geologist Dr. Jan Rasmussen have visited the Tombstone property. This information was combined with historic technical reports going back to 1878 and more recent data up to August 2011 (the date of their reports). The three Technical Reports are entitled: (1) Walnut Creek Exploration Report, Tombstone District, Arizona –August 31, 2011, 147 pages; (2) The Tombstone Caldera South Exploration Report, Tombstone District, Arizona –August 31, 2011, 144 pages; and (3) Hay Mountain Exploration Report, Tombstone District, Arizona – August 31 2011, 155 pages. These reports covered the entirety of historic productive area of the Tombstone mines which date to their discovery in 1877. However, before that report could be completed a competitor acquired a lease on those lands. These Technical Reports thoroughly summarize and illustrate the salient geotechnical data of the Tombstone Mining District covering about 250 square miles and present much data in computer map format. In such context, they analyze Liberty Star’s exploration programs as related to the entire area, make estimates and recommend execution of proposed Company exploration programs. On October 21, 2019 we acquired 13 new Mineral Exploration Permits (MEP’s) for a total of 5,917.82 acres, or 9.25 sq miles bringing our total MEP’s at Hay Mountain to 28 and 12,557.77 acres or 19.62 sq miles. This new acquisition represents a nearly 89% increase in Liberty Star lands under permit for mineral exploration activities. These acquisitions not only substantially expand Liberty Star’s continued exploration potential, but also provide resistance to existing competitive pressures that permits us to be more forthcoming with our technical data sharing with potential venture partners. Liberty Star geochemical and geophysical surface studies indicate anomalies consistent with a large buried porphyry copper body at the primary target, and potentially extensive associated porphyry cluster, with attendant metals including gold, moly, nickel, silver, zinc, lead, and cobalt. See news release_ https://www.libertystaruranium.com/2019/10/21/liberty-star-adds-over-9-square-miles-to-the-hay-mountain-project/

Geochemical sampling at the Hay Mountain Project: In 2011 and early 2012 we collected nearly 1,800 rock, soil and vegetation samples over 621 sample sites over approximately 14 square miles centered on the Hay Mountain property. These samples have been assayed for multiple elements generating many volumes of analyses. The samples were prepared by MEG Inc. and have been shipped to ALS Global (f/k/a ALS-Chemex), geochemical analysis lab in Vancouver, British Columbia. Assay results were sent to our Tucson office and all assays were received. Our geology team has generated computer analyses that allow interpretation of the data. Liberty Star continues to collect XRF readings and biogeochem samples to further define the anomalies at Hay Mountain. In 2019 Liberty Star collected 160 vegetation samples with Niton XRF readings being taken on rock and soil at the same locations with more sampling planned for the 2020 field season. The samples are being collected on a grid at 100 meter by 200 meter spacing that will fill in the gaps from our 2011 survey that was 200 meters by 400 meters. We believe this extended sampling and data collection will provide better resolution for selecting drill targets.

In 2019 Liberty Star contracted Pim van Geffen, PhD, PGeo of Vancouver Geochemistry to provide services in the form of validation and interpretation of our biogeochemical data from the Hay Mountain Project, Tombstone District, Arizona. In particular, the quality of the biogeochemical data was assessed regarding its capacity to support the recognition of buried porphyry-copper and related mineralization in the Project area and inform exploration decisions. A written report on the data assessment, including statements on data quality and utility, interpreted maps, and recommendations for the use of the data and data products in furthering exploration efforts on the Hay Mountain Project have been received.

Geologic Mapping: Small scale geologic mapping was performed in the Hay Mountain area by two different U.S. Geological Survey Senior Geologists. The first was by James Gilluly starting in the late 1930s and published in the early 1950’s, as a Professional Paper 281, 1956, and the second by Harold Drewes, published USGS Professional Paper 1144 1981. The Drewes map was a simplified version of the Gilluly map with faults adjusted to Drewes’s interpretation. Unfortunately, little or no refinement of the rock types or actual outcropping rocks was accomplished. Gilluly, while apparently generally correct in outcrop identification, disturbingly on close examination it appears he missed important outcropping rocks and at least in the Hay Mountain area of the major geochemical anomaly he misinterpreted stratigraphic rock types. In the area we have termed the Chrysocolla Block he failed to note the outcrop completely and our thorough examination revealed it to be Earp formation, whereas all the surrounding mapped area was mapped as the younger Colina limestone. This would put the Chrysocolla Block more than 1,000 feet above the Earp and 1,700 feet or more above the receptive-to- mineralization Horquilla formation where most of the production from Bisbee has been found and high grade which is now being drilled out at Rosemont Camp about 50 miles to the west. This critical error we have corrected on our maps to show this area as the lower Earp and believe that the recently discovered gossan outcrops are lying perhaps 200 to 400 feet above the Earp- Horquilla contact. Furthermore, neither Gilluly nor Drewes noticed pervasively fluidized and rounded limestone breccia which covers square miles and is typical feature of porphyry copper deposits. We believe perhaps massive copper (chalcopyrite) mineralization will be located in the Horquilla formation 200 to 400 feet below the gossan outcrops in the Earp formation. This analysis plus all of our geochemistry and geophysics is the justification for our currently planned drill hole program.

ZTEM EM Survey: We requested and received a cost estimate from Geotech of Aurora (Toronto area) Ontario, Canada, which is the only purveyor of this helicopter borne electromagnetic (EM) geophysical method. This geophysical method has the ability to “look down” into the crust of the earth about 2,000 meters (6,600 feet) and detect sulfides and other rock types and structures which may be associated with porphyry copper systems. Test work over known Safford, Arizona porphyry copper deposits along with thousands of verifying drill holes show the geometry of such mineral systems can be determined, thus identifying whether it is a porphyry copper system or some other mineral system. When combined with our geochemical data, we can determine the position of the copper-moly center of the system and design our drill program to efficiently test and define mineralization. We flew ZTEM in July 2013 and the analysis report was received in February 2014. In 2019, a re-interpretation of the ZTEM and the magnetic data with focus on porphyry targets was performed on the basis of more rigorous 3D inversion tools. Based on the 3D ZTEM and the 3D MVI inversion results, Geotech has recommended the following: Integrate the newly obtained results with all available geological, geochemical and drilling info (if available) to better define and prioritize exploration targets; Follow-up with deep-penetrating ground IP and ground TDEM detailed surveys on the 1^st priority potential porphyry target Zd1and then the 2^nd priority targets Zs1and Zs2 for better definition of their depth and shape; Follow-up with detailed ground MT survey the Zd1target for its investigation at depth; Drill testing of the Zd1target with deep holes should be performed after ground verification with ground geophysics. See news release: https://www.libertystaruranium.com/2019/09/30/liberty-star-hires-geotech-ltd-to-update-hay-mountain-project-ztem-data/

Also, in 2019 Liberty Star contracted Alan King, P.Geo., M.Sc.at Geoscience North to prepare a geophysical review of all the geochemical and geophysical data. Their conclusions and recommendations are- The full 3D Geoscience Analyst (GA) integrated model, which was provided as part of the review, should be used for targeting as there is much more detail and dynamic viewing available in the live 3D model than in the 2D screen captures of the model shown in the report. The new 3D models based on the ZTEM data should be reviewed with respect to the previous ground IP/Res, CSAMT etc. data, which were mentioned in the SRK report. The core anomalous area has complex Magnetic and EM signatures in an area of structural complexity, with associated well defined geochem anomalies. Drill testing is recommended to test this area. Physical properties such as mag susceptibility, electrical conductivity, density and IP effect would be helpful for further interpretation. These could be acquired on existing rock samples from the area or on core samples from any new drilling or with in-situ borehole geophysical surveys in any new Drill holes. Targeting: the main target remains the core geochem anomaly area and drill testing of this target is recommended. The combined EM and magnetic models show a thicker tabular conductive feature together with an area of high magnetic/structural complexity in the core of a large magnetic depletion zone, coincident with the core of the geochem anomalies. See news release: https://www.libertystaruranium.com/2020/01/31/liberty-star-minerals-lbsrtechnical-data-studies-available/

Sampling Protocols for all projects

Liberty Star trains all employees/contractors conducting sample collection by use of a handheld digital mobile device (X-ray Fluorescence Analyzer) to record accurate analysis of 31 elements including gold, silver copper, molybdenum, uranium, thorium, manganese and other elements from each in situ sample. The XRF device leads the sampler through a series of dropdown menu windows with various description capabilities and the ability to record a GPS coordinate of the location. Data from the XRF is uploaded to our computer database daily. The X-ray (XRF) is now a recognized and a valuable portable assay tool.

Liberty Star also uses professionally created video training to teach samplers the proper techniques of obtaining a representative sample whether it is soil, rock or vegetation and instruction on avoiding cross contamination between samples. After samples are collected, they are stored in a secure location under lock and key until they are shipped via FedEx or UPS using chain of custody guidelines to a professional sample prep lab in Washoe Valley, Nevada run by Shea Clark Smith, MSc/ Geochemist. Mr. Smith prepares the samples by crushing, mixing, pulverizing and homogenizing. Then a 200-gram sample is scientifically split for shipment to a Certified Assay Laboratory of each original sample. Standards, blanks and duplicates are added to the sample stream, including such Quality Assurance Quality Control (QA/QC) every 10th assay sample is re-assayed and a blind standard is inserted every tenth sample interval, before being sent to a certified assay lab using ICP-MS analysis the samples are randomized. Once Liberty Star gets the analysis data back from the laboratory, checks for quality assurance and control are made using data from the blanks, standards and duplicates. The results are sent to Liberty Star by email and a paper copy mailed for verification and as a permanent record. The data are then de- randomized and processed for interpretation by various software programs designed for the purpose.

ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

On August 22, 2019 (and amended on December 23, 2019), the Company filed a complaint with the Superior Court of Arizona (Case No. C20194139), demanding the titles and possession of certain vehicles and equipment of the Company from our former CEO, as well as seeking recovery of damages from the former CEO in an amount of not less than $50,000. None of the vehicles and equipment, individually or in total, have any material net book value (being fully depreciated) as of January 31, 2020. The matter is ongoing as of the date of this filing.

On February 18, 2020, our former CEO and his spouse ​(the “Counterclaimants”) filed a First Amended Answer: First Amended Complaint and Counterclaim with the Superior Court of Arizona seeking dismissal of the Company’s complaint and reimbursement of Counterclaimants’ attorney fees incurred related to the matter. Additionally, the counterclaim alleges breach of contract by the Company and requests reimbursement of amounts loaned to the Company by our former CEO and his spouse, along with reimbursement of attorney fees. The Company ​believes these counterclaims are without merit and will aggressively defend them, and believes no unfavorable outcome or material effect on our consolidated financial statements will result.

ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES.

Under Section 1503(a) of the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act and under Item 104 of Regulation S-K, promulgated under the Exchange Act, each operator of a coal or other mine is required to include disclosures regarding certain mine safety results in its periodic reports filed with the SEC. The operation of our mine(s) that may be developed in the future would be subject to regulation by the federal Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) under the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977. We do not own any mines in the United States and as a result, this information is not required.

PART II

ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES.

Our common stock is currently quoted on the OTC Pink Tier of the OTC Markets and on the OTCBB under the symbol, “LBSR.” The OTC Market is a network of security dealers who buy and sell stock. The dealers are connected by a computer network that provides information on current “bids” and “asks”, as well as volume information. Trading in stocks quoted on the OTC Pink Open Market tier is often thin and is characterized by wide fluctuations in trading prices due to many factors that may be unrelated or have little to do with a company’s operations or business prospects. Prior to January 14, 2016, our common stock was quoted on the OTCQB.

The following table sets forth the range of high and low closing bid quotations for our common stock for each of the periods indicated as reported by the OTC Markets. These quotations reflect inter-dealer prices, without retail mark-up, mark-down or commission and may not necessarily represent actual transactions.

Our transfer agent, The Nevada Agency and Transfer Company, of Suite 880 Bank of America, 50 West Liberty Street, Reno, Nevada 89501 (telephone: 775.322.0626; facsimile 775.322.5632) is the registrar and transfer agent for our common stock.

As of April 30, 2020, we had 4,742,269,679 shares of our common stock issued and outstanding, with 146 record stockholders. The number of record holders does not include beneficial owners of common stock whose shares are held in the names of banks, brokers, nominees or other fiduciaries. The closing sale price for our common stock on April 28, 2020, as reported on the OTC Pink Open Market was $0.0006.

Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities

Common Stock Issued During the Year Ended January 31, 2020

During the year ended January 31, 2020, the Company issued a total of 390,811,083 shares of our common stock for conversions of $131,954 of convertible notes payable at an exercise prices ranging from of $0.00011 to $0.00078.

In July 2019, the Company issued 30,000,000 shares of its common stock to satisfy $213,000 owed for services due an investor relations consultant for services provided in prior years which was previously included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities, resulting in a gain on settlement of accounts payable of $177,000.

In July 2019, the Company issued 43,215,212 shares of its common stock and 21,607,606 warrants to an investor, who also subsequently became a director, for proceeds of $50,000, or $0.001157 per unit. The warrants have a three-year term and are exercisable at any time at an exercise price of $0.00162.

On November 19, 2019, the Company sold 21,121,429 shares of the Company’s common stock to an accredited investor for $20,699, or $0.00098 per unit, in a private placement. The purchase includes 10,560,714 warrants (1/2 warrant for each share purchased) with a three-year term to purchase the Company’s stock at an exercise price of 0.00137. The consideration received included $10,000 cash plus the settlement of a note payable of $10,000 and accrued interest of $699.

In January 2020, the Company received the return of 24,242,424 shares of its common stock from a service provider that was previously issued in June 2017 for the settlement of accounts payable of $44,000. The return resulted in an increase of accounts payable of $44,000.

Common Stock Issued During the Year Ended January 31, 2019

During the year ended January 31, 2019, the Company issued a total of 1,625,031,411 shares of our common stock for conversions of $518,552 of convertible notes payable at exercise prices ranging from $0.0002 to $0.0007.

During the year ended January 31, 2019, the Company issued 26,000,000 units to investors for total proceeds of $13,000. Each unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock and one-half warrant to purchase one-half equivalent share each of the Company’s common stock. The warrants have an exercise price of $0.0007 and have a three-year term

In issuing the securities set forth above, we relied on the registration exemption provided for in Rule 506 of Regulation D and/or Section 4(a)(2) of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”).

Dividends

We have never declared or paid any cash dividends on our common stock. We currently intend to retain future earnings, if any, to increase our working capital and do not anticipate paying any cash dividends in the foreseeable future.

ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA.

Not applicable to smaller reporting companies.

ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS.

The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated audited financial statements and the related notes that appear elsewhere in this annual report on Form 10-K. The following discussion contains forward-looking statements that reflect our plans, estimates and beliefs. We refer you to the section of this annual report on Form 10-K entitled, “Forward-Looking Statements.” Our actual results could differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include, but are not limited to, those discussed below and elsewhere in this annual report on Form 10-K, particularly in the section entitled “Risk Factors.”

Overview

We are an exploration company engaged in the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties in the States of Arizona. Claims in the State of Arizona are located in the Tombstone Mining District, any one or more of which could potentially contain commercially viable quantities of minerals.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

We had cash and cash equivalents in the amount of $25,024 and negative working capital of $1,708,540 as of January 31, 2020. We had cash inflows from financing activities of $358,500 for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020. We will need additional funds in order to proceed with our planned exploration program.

Convertible promissory notes

We have issued the following convertible promissory notes in private placements of our securities to institutional investors pursuant to exemptions from registration set out in Rule 506 of Regulation D under the Securities Act of 1933.

On February 23, 2018, we received net proceeds of $50,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated February 23, 2018 (the “February 2018 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on November 30, 2018, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market prices of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2019, the noteholder converted an aggregate of $55,120 of this note for 123,062,822 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2019.

On March 26, 2018, we received net proceeds of $50,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated March 26, 2018 (the “March 2018 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on January 15, 2019, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market prices of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2019, the noteholder converted an aggregate of $57,120 of this note for 159,445,163 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2019.

On April 25, 2018, we received net proceeds of $40,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated April 25, 2018 (the “April 2018 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on February 15, 2019, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2019, the noteholder converted an aggregate of $44,720 of this note for 184,601,399 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2019.

On June 1, 2018, we received net proceeds of $40,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated May 29, 2018 (the “May 2018 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on March 15, 2019, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2019, the noteholder converted an aggregate of $44,720 of this note for 229,333,333 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2019.

On July 23, 2018, we received net proceeds of $48,000 under a convertible note dated July 19, 2018 (the “July 2018 Note”). The total principal under the note is $50,000, bears interest at 12% per annum, includes OID of $2,000, is due on July 19, 2019, and is convertible in shares of the Company’s common stock after 180 days at a conversion price with a 45% discount to the lowest weighted average market price during the previous 20 trading days to the date of conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2019, the noteholder converted an aggregate of $31,581 of this note for 191,396,961 shares of the Company’s common stock. During the year ended January 31, 2020, the noteholder converted an aggregate of $21,714 of the remaining balance of this note for 197,400,727 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2020.

On April 12, 2019, we received net proceeds of $50,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated April 10,2019 (the “April 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on February 28, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2020, the noteholder converted the note in full (an aggregate of $55,120) for 73,670,329 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2020.

On May 21, 2019, we received net proceeds of $50,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated May 17,2019 (the “May 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on March 17, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2020, the noteholder converted a total of $55,120 of the note in for 119,740,027 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2020.

On August 15, 2019, we received net proceeds of $67,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated August 13, 2019 (the “August 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $10,000, matures on May 30, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 75% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion.

On October 25, 2019, we received net proceeds of $40,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated October 22, 2019 (the “October 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $7,300, matures on August 15, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 75% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion.

On January 30, 2020, we received net proceeds of $33,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated January 27, 2020 (the “January 2020 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,600 and legal fees of $3,000, matures on November 15, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 75% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion.

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

During the fiscal years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019, we also entered into certain private investment agreements pursuant to which we received a total of $60,000 and $13,000 in net proceeds, respectively.

Results of Operations for the Fiscal Year Ended January 31, 2020

We had a net loss of $337,469 for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020 compared to net loss of $1,305,252 for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2019. Net loss decreased by $967,783 due primarily to a decrease in public relations costs of $209,216 due primarily to a decrease in stock compensation issued for public relations services, a decrease in interest expense of $369,795 due to a decrease in convertible note conversions and the related amortization of debt discounts of the derivative liability, and the $177,000 gain on settlement of accounts payable during the year ended January 31, 2020.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

We have no off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that are material to stockholders.

Presentation of Financial Information

Our consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020 reflect financial information for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019.

Since we have not generated any revenue, we have included a reference to our ability to continue as a going concern in connection with our consolidated financial statements for the fiscal years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019. Our accumulated deficit at January 31, 2020, was approximately $57 million and the net loss from operations for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020 was $467,796. All of our exploration costs are expensed as incurred.

These consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis, which assumes that adequate sources of financing will be obtained as required and that our assets will be realized, and liabilities settled in the ordinary course of business. Accordingly, these consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments related to the recoverability of assets and classification of assets and liabilities that might be necessary should we be unable to continue as a going concern.

In order to continue as a going concern, we require additional financing. There can be no assurance that additional financing will be available to us when needed or, if available, that it can be obtained on commercially reasonable terms. If we are not able to continue as a going concern, we would likely be unable to realize the carrying value of our assets reflected in the balances set out in the preparation of the consolidated financial statements.

Critical Accounting Policies

Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with GAAP. Our significant accounting policies are described in Note 2 to the consolidated financial statements included in Item 8 of this annual report on Form 10-K. The critical accounting policies adopted by our company are as follows:

Going Concern

Since we have not generated any revenue, we have negative cash flows from operations, and negative working capital we have included a reference to the substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern in connection with our consolidated financial statements for the period ended January 31, 2020. Our total stockholders’ deficit at January 31, 2020 was $1,706,048.

These consolidated financial statements have been prepared on the going concern basis, which assumes that adequate sources of financing will be obtained as required and that our assets will be realized, and liabilities settled in the ordinary course of business. Accordingly, these consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments related to the recoverability of assets and classification of assets and liabilities that might be necessary should we be unable to continue as a going concern.

Mineral claims

We account for costs incurred to acquire, maintain and explore mineral properties as charged to expense in the period incurred until the time that a proven mineral resource is established at which point development of the mineral property would be capitalized. Currently, we do not have any proven mineral resources on any of our mineral properties.

Convertible promissory notes

We reviewed the convertible promissory notes and the related subscription agreements to determine the appropriate reporting within the financial statements. We report convertible promissory notes as liabilities at their carrying value less unamortized discounts in accordance with the applicable accounting guidance. We bifurcate conversion options and detachable common stock purchase warrants and report them as liabilities at fair value at each reporting period when required in accordance with the applicable accounting guidance. No gain or loss is reported when the notes are converted into shares of our common stock in accordance with the note’s terms.

Common stock purchase warrants

We report common stock purchase warrants as equity unless a condition exists which requires reporting as a derivative liability at fair market value. The valuation of the derivative liability of the warrants is determined through the use of a Monte Carlo options model that values the liability of the warrants based on a risk-neutral valuation where the price of the option is its discounted expected value.

ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK.

Not applicable to smaller reporting companies.

ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA.

LIBERTY STAR URANIUM & METALS CORP.

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

To the Shareholders and Board of Directors of

Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp.

Opinion on the Financial Statements

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. and its subsidiaries (collectively, the “Company”) as of January 31, 2020 and 2019, and the related consolidated statements of operations, changes in stockholders’ deficit, and cash flows for the years then ended, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the “financial statements”). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of January 31, 2020 and 2019, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for the years then ended, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.

Going Concern Matter

The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that the Company will continue as a going concern. As discussed in Note 3 to the financial statements, the Company has suffered recurring losses from operations and has a net capital deficiency that raises substantial doubt about its ability to continue as a going concern. Management’s plans in regard to these matters are also described in Note 3. The financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.

Basis for Opinion

These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (“PCAOB”) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audit we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the entity’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.

Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

/s/ MaloneBailey, LLP

www.malonebailey.com

We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2013.

Houston, Texas

April 30, 2020

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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS’ DEFICIT

The Accompanying Notes are an Integral Part of the Consolidated Financial Statements

LIBERTY STAR URANIUM & METALS CORP.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

The Accompanying Notes are an Integral Part of the Consolidated Financial Statements

LIBERTY STAR URANIUM & METALS CORP.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

NOTE 1 – Organization

Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. (the “Company”, “we”, “our”, or “Liberty Star”) was formerly Liberty Star Gold Corp. and formerly Titanium Intelligence, Inc. (“Titanium”). Titanium was incorporated on August 20, 2001 under the laws of the State of Nevada. On February 5, 2004, we commenced operations in the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties business. Big Chunk Corp. (“Big Chunk”) was our wholly owned subsidiary and was incorporated on December 14, 2003 in the State of Alaska. Until 2016 Big Chunk was engaged in the acquisition and exploration of mineral properties business in the State of Alaska. until its dissolution on July 26, 2019. Redwall Drilling Inc. (“Redwall”) was our wholly owned subsidiary and was incorporated on August 31, 2007 in the State of Arizona. Redwall performed drilling services on the Company’s mineral properties. Redwall ceased drilling activities in July 2008 and was dissolved on March 30, 2010. We formed the wholly owned subsidiary, Hay Mountain Super Project LLC (“HMSP”) incorporated on October 24, 2014, to serve as the primary holding company for development of the potential ore bodies encompassed in the Hay Mountain area of interest in Arizona. We renamed HMSP to Hay Mountain Holdings LLC (“HMH”) on March 5, 2019. In April 2007, we changed our name to Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. On February 22, 2019, the Company registered the tradename ‘Liberty Star Minerals’ with the state of Arizona to be recognized as ‘doing business as’, or ‘d/b/a’ Liberty Star Minerals. We have not generated any revenues from operations. On April 11, 2019 we formed a new subsidiary named Earp Ridge Mines LLC (“Earp Ridge”) wholly owned by HMH. 

NOTE 2 – Summary of significant accounting policies

The summary of significant accounting policies presented below is designed to assist in understanding the Company’s consolidated financial statements. Such consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes are the representations of the Company’s management, who is responsible for their integrity and objectivity. These accounting policies conform to accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America in all material respects and have been consistently applied in preparing the accompanying consolidated financial statements. The significant accounting policies adopted by the Company are as follows:

Use of estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

The valuation of stock-based compensation, classification and valuation of common stock purchase warrants, classification and value of embedded conversion options, value of beneficial conversion features, valuation allowance on deferred tax assets, the determination of useful lives and recoverability of depreciable assets, accruals, and contingencies are significant estimates made by management. It is at least reasonably possible that a change in these estimates may occur in the near term.

Principles of consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company and its wholly-owned subsidiary HMH and the HMH wholly-owned subsidiary Earp Ridge. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated upon consolidation.

Cash and cash equivalents

We consider cash held at banks and all highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less to be cash and cash equivalents. We maintain our cash in bank deposit accounts which, for periods of time, may exceed federally insured limits. At January 31, 2020 and 2019, we had no cash balances in bank deposit accounts that exceeded federally insured limits.

Mineral claim costs

We account for costs incurred to acquire, maintain and explore mineral properties as a charge to expense in the period incurred until the time that a proven mineral resource is established, at which point development of the mineral property would be capitalized. Currently, we do not have any proven mineral resources on any of our mineral properties.

Long-lived assets and impairment of long-lived assets

Property and equipment is stated at cost. We capitalize all purchased equipment over $500 with a useful life of more than one year. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. Leasehold improvements are stated at cost and are amortized over their estimated useful lives or the lease term, whichever is shorter. Maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred while betterments or renewals are capitalized. Property and equipment is reviewed periodically for impairment. The estimated useful lives range from 3 to 7 years.

We review long-lived assets for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. Recoverability of a long-lived asset group to be held and used in operations is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount to the sum of the undiscounted cash flows expected to result from the use and eventual disposition of the asset group. If such asset group is considered to be impaired, the impairment loss is measured as the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset group exceeds its fair value. Long-lived assets to be disposed of are carried at the lower of cost or fair value less the costs of disposal.

Convertible promissory notes

We report convertible promissory notes as liabilities at their carrying value less unamortized discounts, which approximates fair value. We bifurcate conversion options and detachable common stock purchase warrants and report them as liabilities at fair value at each reporting period when required in accordance with the applicable accounting guidance. When convertible promissory notes are converted into shares of our common stock in accordance with the debt’s terms, no gain or loss is recognized. We account for inducements to convert as an expense in the period incurred, included in debt conversion expense.

Derivative liabilities

The valuation of the derivative liability of our warrants is determined through the use of a Monte Carlo options model that values the liability of the warrants based on a risk-neutral valuation where the price of the option is its discounted expected value. The technique applied generates a large number of possible (but random) price paths for the underlying common stock via simulation, and then calculates the associated exercise value (i.e. “payoff”) of the option for each path. These payoffs are then averaged and discounted to a current valuation date resulting in the fair value of the option.

The valuation of the derivative liability attached to the convertible debt is arrived at through the use of a Monte Carlo model that values the derivative liability within the notes. The technique applied generates a large number of possible (but random) price paths for the underlying (or underlyings) via simulation, and then calculates the associated payment value (cash, stock, or warrants) of the derivative features. The price of the underlying common stock is modeled such that it follows a geometric Brownian motion with constant drift, and elastic volatility (increasing as stock price decreases). The stock price is determined by a random sampling from a normal distribution. Since the underlying random process is the same, for enough price paths, the value of the derivative is derived from path dependent scenarios and outcomes. The features in the notes are analyzed and incorporated into the model included the conversion features with the reset provisions, the call/redemption/prepayment options, and the default provisions. Based on these features, there are six primary events that can occur; payments are made in cash; payments are made with stock; the note holder converts upon receiving a redemption notice; the note holder converts the note; the issuer redeems the note; or the Company defaults on the note. The model simulates the underlying economic factors that influenced which of these events would occur, when they were likely to occur, and the specific terms that would be in effect at the time (i.e. stock price, conversion price, etc.). Probabilities are assigned to each variable such as redemption likelihood, default likelihood, and timing and pricing of reset events over the remaining term of the notes based on management projections. This leads to a cash flow simulation over the life of the note. A discounted cash flow for each simulation is completed and is compared to the discounted cash flow of the note without the embedded features, thus determining a value for the derivative liability.

Common stock purchase warrants

We report common stock purchase warrants as equity unless a condition exists which requires reporting as a derivative liability at fair market value.

Stock based compensation

The Company recognizes stock-based compensation for all share-based payment awards made to employees based on the estimated fair values, using the Black-Scholes option pricing model.

Non-employee stock-based compensation is accounted for based on the fair value of the related stock or options. The fair value of options to be granted are estimated on the date of each grant using the Black-Scholes option pricing model and amortized ratably over the option’s vesting periods, which approximates the service period.

Environmental expenditures

Our operations have been and may in the future be affected from time to time in varying degree by changes in environmental regulations, including those for future removal and site restoration costs. The likelihood of new regulations and their overall effect upon us are not predictable. We provide for any reclamation costs in accordance with the accounting standards codification section 410-30. It is management’s opinion that we are not currently exposed to significant environmental and reclamation liabilities and have recorded no reserve for environmental and reclamation expenditures as of January 31, 2020 or 2019.

Fair Value of Financial Assets and Liabilities

The Company measures and discloses certain financial assets and liabilities at fair value. Authoritative guidance defines fair value as the exchange price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants on the measurement date. Authoritative guidance also establishes a fair value hierarchy which requires an entity to maximize the use of observable inputs and minimize the use of unobservable inputs when measuring fair value. The standard describes three levels of inputs that may be used to measure fair value:

Level 1 - Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.

Level 2 - Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substantially the full term of the assets or liabilities.

Level 3 - Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and that are significant to the fair value of the assets or liabilities.

Income taxes

Income taxes are recorded using the asset and liability method. Under the asset and liability method, tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the tax consequences attributable to differences between financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Future tax assets and liabilities are measured using the enacted tax rates expected to apply when the asset is realized or the liability settled. The effect on future tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that enactment occurs. To the extent that the Company does not consider it more likely than not that a future tax asset will be recovered, it provides a valuation allowance against the excess. Interest and penalties associated with unrecognized tax benefits, if any, are classified as additional income taxes in the statement of operations. With few exceptions, we are no longer subject to U.S. federal, state and local examinations by tax authorities for the tax year ended January 31, 2016 and prior.

Net income (loss) per share

Basic net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing net loss attributable to common shareholders by the weighted average number of shares of common stock outstanding during the period. Diluted net income (loss) per share takes into consideration shares of common stock outstanding (computed under basic income or loss per share) and potentially dilutive shares of common stock that are not anti-dilutive. For the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019, the following number of potentially dilutive shares have been excluded from diluted net income (loss) since such inclusion would be anti-dilutive:

Newly Issued Accounting Pronouncements

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842), which supersedes the existing guidance for lease accounting, Leases (Topic 840). ASU 2016-02 requires lessees to recognize leases on their balance sheets, and leaves lessor accounting largely unchanged. The amendments in this ASU are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2018 and interim periods within those fiscal years. Early application is permitted for all entities. ASU 2016-02 requires a modified retrospective approach for all leases existing at, or entered into after, the date of initial application, with an option to elect to use certain transition relief. The Company adopted this standard on February 1, 2019 and determined that the adoption had no significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial position or results of operations.

NOTE 3 – Going concern

These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) with the on-going assumption that we will be able to realize our assets and discharge our liabilities in the normal course of business. However, certain conditions noted below currently exist which raise substantial doubt about our ability to continue as a going concern. These consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments to the amounts and classifications of assets and liabilities that might be necessary should we be unable to continue as a going concern. Our operations have primarily been funded by the issuance of common stock and debt. Continued operations are dependent on our ability to complete equity financings or generate profitable operations in the future. Management’s plan in this regard is to secure additional funds through future equity financings, joint venture agreements or debt. Such financings may not be available or may not be available on reasonable terms.

The Company has incurred losses from operations, has a working capital deficit and requires additional funds for further exploratory activity and to maintain its claims prior to attaining a revenue generating status. There are no assurances that a commercially viable mineral deposit exists on any of our properties. In addition, the Company may not find sufficient ore reserves to be commercially mined. As such, there is substantial doubt about the Company’s ability to continue as a going concern.

Management is working to secure additional funds through the exercise of stock warrants already outstanding, equity financings, debt financings or joint venture agreements. The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments that might result from the outcome of these uncertainties.

NOTE 4 – Mineral claims

At January 31, 2020, we held a 100% interest in 66 standard federal lode mining claims located in the Tombstone region of Arizona.

At January 31, 2020, we held 28 Arizona State Land Department Mineral Exploration Permits covering 12,557.77 acres in the Tombstone region of Arizona.

Title to mineral claims involves certain inherent risks due to difficulties of determining the validity of certain claims as well as potential for problems arising from the frequently ambiguous conveyance history characteristic of many mineral properties.

All of the Company’s claims for mineral properties are in good standing as of January 31, 2020.

NOTE 5 – Property and equipment

The balances of our major classes of depreciable assets and useful lives are:  

Depreciation expense was $2,684 and $2,360 for the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

NOTE 6 – Long-term debt and convertible promissory notes

Following is a summary of convertible promissory notes:

On July 23, 2018, we received net proceeds of $48,000 under a convertible note dated July 19, 2018 (the “July 2018 Note”). The total principal under the note is $50,000, bears interest at 12% per annum, includes OID of $2,000, is due on July 19, 2019, and is convertible in shares of the Company’s common stock after 180 days at a conversion price with a 45% discount to the lowest weighted average market price during the previous 20 trading days to the date of conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2020, the noteholder converted an aggregate of $21,714 of the remaining balance of this note for 197,400,727shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2020.

On April 12, 2019, we received net proceeds of $50,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated April 10, 2019 (the “April 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on February 28, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2020, the noteholder converted the note in full (an aggregate of $55,120) for 73,670,329 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2020.

On May 21, 2019, we received net proceeds of $50,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated May 17, 2019 (the “May 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,000, matures on March 17, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 65% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion. During the year ended January 31, 2020, the noteholder converted a total of $55,120 of the note in for 119,740,027 shares of the Company’s common stock, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2020.

On August 15, 2019, we received net proceeds of $67,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated August 13, 2019 (the “August 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $10,000, matures on May 30, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 75% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion.

On October 25, 2019, we received net proceeds of $40,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated October 22, 2019 (the “October 2019 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $7,300, matures on August 15, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 75% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion.

On January 30, 2020, we received net proceeds of $33,000 from the issuance of a convertible note dated January 27, 2020 (the “January 2020 Note”). The note bears interest at 8%, includes OID of $3,600 and legal fees of $3,000, matures on November 15, 2020, and is convertible after 180 days into shares of the Company’s common stock at a price of 75% of the average of the lowest 5 weighted average market price of the Company’s common stock during the 10 trading days prior to conversion.

During the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019, the Company recorded debt discounts of $100,000 and $461,589, respectively, due to the derivative liabilities, and original issue debt discounts of $29,900 and $14,000, respectively, due to the convertible notes. The Company recorded amortization of these discounts of $134,821 and $467,133 for the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

Note payable:

In March 2019, the Company received proceeds of $10,000 from a third-party under a promissory note due in March 2020, with interest at 10%. On November 19, 2019, the Company sold 21,121,429 shares of the Company’s common stock to this noteholder for $20,699, or $0.00098 per unit, in a private placement. The consideration received included $10,000 in cash plus the settlement of this note payable of $10,000 and accrued interest of $699, leaving a balance of $0 as of January 31, 2020.

NOTE 7 – Derivative Liabilities 

The embedded conversion feature in the convertible debt instruments that the Company issued (See Note 6), that became convertible during the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019, qualified it as a derivative instrument since the number of shares issuable under the note is indeterminate based on guidance in FASB ASC 815, Derivatives and Hedging. This convertible note tainted all other equity linked instruments including outstanding warrants and fixed rate convertible debt on the date that the instrument became convertible.

The valuation of the derivative liability of the warrants was determined through the use of a Monte Carlo options model that values the liability of the warrants based on a risk-neutral valuation where the price of the option is its discounted expected value. The technique applied generates a large number of possible (but random) price paths for the underlying common stock via simulation, and then calculates the associated exercise value (i.e. “payoff”) of the option for each path. These payoffs are then averaged and discounted to a current valuation date resulting in the fair value of the option.

The valuation of the derivative liability attached to the convertible debt was arrived at through the use of a Monte Carlo model that values the derivative liability within the notes. The technique applied generates a large number of possible (but random) price paths for the underlying (or underlyings) via simulation, and then calculates the associated payment value (cash, stock, or warrants) of the derivative features. The price of the underlying common stock is modeled such that it follows a geometric Brownian motion with constant drift, and elastic volatility (increasing as stock price decreases). The stock price is determined by a random sampling from a normal distribution. Since the underlying random process is the same, for enough price paths, the value of the derivative is derived from path dependent scenarios and outcomes. The features in the notes that were analyzed and incorporated into the model included the conversion features with the reset provisions, the call/redemption/prepayment options, and the default provisions. Based on these features, there are six primary events that can occur; payments are made in cash; payments are made with stock; the note holder converts upon receiving a redemption notice; the note holder converts the note; the issuer redeems the note; or the Company defaults on the note. The model simulates the underlying economic factors that influenced which of these events would occur, when they were likely to occur, and the specific terms that would be in effect at the time (i.e. stock price, conversion price, etc.). Probabilities were assigned to each variable such as redemption likelihood, default likelihood, and timing and pricing of reset events over the remaining term of the notes based on management projections. This led to a cash flow simulation over the life of the note. A discounted cash flow for each simulation was completed, and it was compared to the discounted cash flow of the note without the embedded features, thus determining a value for the derivative liability.

Key inputs and assumptions used to value the convertible notes and warrants upon issuance or tainting and also as of January 31, 2020:

Using the results from the model, the Company recorded a derivative liability during the year ended January 31, 2020 of $322,006 for newly granted and existing warrants (see Note 10) that were tainted and a derivative liability of $123,057 for the fair value of the convertible feature included in the Company’s convertible debt instruments. The derivative liability recorded for the convertible feature created a “day 1” derivative loss of $23,057 and a debt discount of $100,000 that was amortized over the remaining term of the note using the effective interest rate method. Interest expense related to the amortization of this debt discount for the year ended January 31, 2020, was $100,000. The remaining unamortized debt discount related to the derivative liability was $0 as the note was fully converted by January 31, 2020.

During the year ended January 31, 2020, the Company recorded a reclassification from derivative liability to equity of $234,650 for warrants becoming untainted and $137,469 due to the conversions of a portion of the Company’s convertible notes. The Company also recorded the change in the fair value of the derivative liability as a gain of $108,543 to reflect the value of the derivative liability for warrants and convertible notes as of January 31, 2020. The Company did not have a derivative liability as of January 31, 2020 since none of the outstanding notes remained convertible during the period and consequently, the outstanding warrants were no longer tainted.

The following table sets forth a reconciliation of changes in the fair value of the Company’s derivative liability:

NOTE 8 – Common stock

Our common shares are all of the same class, are voting and entitle stockholders to receive dividends as defined. Upon liquidation or wind-up, stockholders are entitled to participate equally with respect to any distribution of net assets or any dividends that may be declared.

On July 15, 2015, the Company’s shareholders approved an amendment to the Company’s articles of incorporation to increase the number of authorized common shares from 1,250,000,000 to 6,250,000,000.

Common Stock Issued During the Year Ended January 31, 2020

During the year ended January 31, 2020, the Company issued a total of 390,811,083 shares of our common stock for conversions of $131,954 of convertible notes payable at an exercise prices ranging from of $0.00011 to $0.00078.

In July 2019, the Company issued 30,000,000 shares of its common stock to satisfy $213,000 owed for services due an investor relations consultant for services provided in prior years which was previously included in accounts payable and accrued liabilities, resulting in a gain on settlement of accounts payable of $177,000.

In July 2019, the Company issued 43,215,212 shares of its common stock and 21,607,606 warrants to an investor, who also subsequently became a director, for proceeds of $50,000, or $0.001157 per unit. The warrants have a three-year term and are exercisable at any time at an exercise price of $0.00162.

On November 19, 2019, the Company sold 21,121,429 shares of the Company’s common stock to a noteholder for $20,699, or $0.00098 per unit, in a private placement. The consideration received included $10,000 cash plus the settlement of a note payable of $10,000 and accrued interest of $699.

On January 8, 2020, a consultant returned to the Company a total of 24,242,424 shares of common stock issued for accounts payable for services totaling $44,000. The exchange resulted in an increase in accounts payable of $44,000 which the Company has agreed to repay in installments of $600 for twelve months, $1,500 for the following 12 months, and $2,500 per month thereafter until paid in full. The consultant has agreed to waive the final $4,000 if all payments are made timely. A total of $44,000 remains outstanding as of January 31, 2020, of which $37,400 is classified as long-term accounts payable.

Common Stock Issued During the Year Ended January 31, 2019

Between February 2014 and July 2014, pursuant to the investment agreement with KVM, KVM purchased 34,214,226 shares for $456,924, of which $55,673 is still owed to the Company and is reflected as a stock subscription receivable as of January 31, 2018. During the year ended January 31, 2019 the Company determined that this receivable was impaired and reduced the balance to $0, resulting in a loss of $55,673.

During the year ended January 31, 2019, the Company issued a total of 1,625,031,411 shares of our common stock for conversions of $518,552 of convertible notes payable at exercise prices ranging from $0.0002 to $0.0007.

During the year ended January 31, 2019, the Company issued 26,000,000 units to investors for total proceeds of $13,000. Each unit consists of one share of the Company’s common stock and one-half warrant to purchase one-half equivalent share each of the Company’s common stock. The warrants have an exercise price of $0.0007 and have a three-year term.

NOTE 9 – Share-based compensation

The 2010 Stock Option Plan was approved and adopted by the Board of Directors on August 10, 2010. The plan allows for up to 95,500,000 shares to be granted to key employees and non-employee consultants after specific objectives are met. The 2007 Stock Option Plan was approved and adopted by the Board of Directors on December 10, 2007. The plan allows for up to 2,500,000 shares to be granted to key employees and non-employee consultants after specific objectives are met. The 2004 Stock Option Plan was approved and adopted by the Board of Directors on December 27, 2004. The plan allows for up to 962,500 shares to be granted to key employees and non-employee consultants after specific objectives are met. Employees can receive incentive stock options and non-qualified stock options while non-employee consultants can receive only non-qualified stock options. The options granted vest under various provisions using graded vesting, not to exceed four years. The options granted have a term not to exceed ten years from the date of grant or five years for options granted to more than 10% stockholders. The option price set by the Plan Administration shall not be less than the fair market value per share of the common stock on the grant date or 110% of the fair market value per share of the common stock on the grant date for options granted to greater than 10% stockholders. Options remaining available for grant under the 2010 Stock Option Plan at January 31, 2020 and 2019 are 10,208,750 and 8,328,800, respectively. Options remaining available for grant under the 2007 Stock Option Plan at January 31, 2020 and 2019 are 212,500 and 212,500, respectively. Options remaining available for grant under the 2004 Stock Option Plan at January 31, 2020 and 2019 are 41,250 and 41,250.

The Company granted 15,000,000 stock options each to four directors (60,000,000 total) during the year ended January 31, 2020 and recognized $80,421 of compensation expense using the Black-Scholes valuation method with the following assumptions: stock prices of $0.0014 to $0.0015, exercise price of $0.003, expected term of 5 years, volatility of 180.7% to 181.3%, annual rate of dividends of 0%, and discount rates of 1.59% to 1.85%.

No stock options were granted during the year ended January 31, 2019.

The following tables summarize the Company’s stock option activity during the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019:

The aggregate intrinsic value is calculated based on the stock price of $0.0011 and $0.0003 per share as of January 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

During the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019, we recognized $80,421 and $0 of compensation expense related to incentive and non-qualified stock options previously granted to officers, employees and consultants.

Share-based compensation expense is reported in our consolidated statements of operations as follows:

At January 31, 2020, there was $0 of unrecognized share-based compensation for all share-based awards outstanding.

NOTE 10 – Warrants  

As of January 31, 2020, there were 181,707,809 whole share purchase warrants outstanding and exercisable. The warrants have a three-year term, a weighted average remaining life of 1.86 years and a weighted average exercise price of $0.005 per whole warrant for one common share. Whole share purchase warrants outstanding at January 31, 2020 and 2019 are as follows:

The weighted average intrinsic value for warrants outstanding was $5,200 and $0 as of January 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

On July 12, 2019, the Company issued 21,607,606 warrants to an investor, who also subsequently became a director of the Company, as part of their purchase of common stock during the year ended January 31, 2020. The warrants have a three-year term and are exercisable at any time at an exercise price of $0.00162.

On November 19, 2019, the Company issued 10,560,714 warrants to an investor, as part of their purchase of common stock during the year ended January 31, 2020. The warrants have a three-year term and are exercisable at any time at an exercise price of $0.00137.

Effective May 1, 2019, the Company extended the due date of all warrants expiring during the three months ended July 31, 2019, totaling 33,001,166 warrants, for an additional three years. There was no expense related to the extension of these warrants since these were held by investors.

Effective December 5, 2019, the Company extended the due date of all warrants expiring during the five months ending December 31, 2019, totaling 19,499,882 warrants, for an additional three years. There was no expense related to the extension of these warrants since these were held by investors.

NOTE 11 – Income taxes

As of January 31, our deferred tax asset is as follows:

Management has elected to provide a deferred tax asset valuation allowance equal to the potential benefit due to our history of losses. If we demonstrate the ability to generate future taxable income, management will re-evaluate the allowance. The increase of $106,000 during the year ended January 31, 2020 primarily represents the increase in net operating loss carry-forwards during the period offset against the valuation allowance. As of January 31, 2020, our estimated net operating loss carry-forward is approximately $32 million and expires beginning in 2026 through 2038, with no expiration date for our 2019 and 2020 net operating losses under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

We have identified our federal and Arizona state tax returns as “major” tax jurisdictions. The periods our income tax returns are subject to examination for these jurisdictions are the tax years ended January 31, 2017 through January 31, 2020. We believe our income tax filing positions and deductions will be sustained on audit, and we do not anticipate any adjustments that would result in a material change to our financial position. Therefore, no liabilities for uncertain income tax positions have been recorded.

Internal Revenue Code Section 382 limits the ability to utilize net operating losses if a 50% change in ownership occurs over a three-year period. Such limitation of the net operating losses may have occurred but we have not analyzed it at this time as the deferred tax asset is fully reserved. We have federal and state net operating loss carry-forwards that are available to offset future taxable income.

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the Act) was enacted on December 22, 2017. The Act reduces the US federal corporate tax rate from 35% to 21% and requires the Company to re-measure certain deferred tax assets and liabilities based on the rates at which they are anticipated to reverse in the future, which is generally 21%. The Company adopted the new rate as it relates to the calculations of deferred tax amounts as of January 31, 2018.

NOTE 12 – Related party transactions

We were a party to the following transactions with related parties during the year ended January 31, 2020:

Our CEO, Brett Gross, was elected as President and Chief Executive Officer on December 7, 2018 and received no compensation for these services during the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019.

At January 31, 2020 and 2019, we had a balance of accrued unpaid wages of $759,949 to James Briscoe, our former Chairman of the Board, CEO, CFO and President. Additionally, we had a balance of accrued unpaid wages of $15,625 to a former President. We had a balance of accrued unpaid wages of $36,137 and $31,137 to Patricia Madaris, CFO, as of January 31, 2020 and 2019, respectively.

At January 31, 2020 and 2019, we had accounts payable to JABA (controlled by James Briscoe) of $34,798, which is reflected as accounts payable to related party on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

At January 31, 2020 and 2019, we had a balance of $13,325 due to the spouse of James Briscoe.

At January 31, 2020 and 2019, we had an aggregate balance due of approximately $167,000 on credit cards guaranteed by James Briscoe reflected in accounts payable and accrued liabilities on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

During the year ended January 31, 2020, the Company received advances of $48,500 from two directors under two promissory notes with interest at 10%. Total principal maturities under these two notes are $106,302 due October 31, 2020 (extended from October 31, 2019) and $35,430 due October 31, 2020 (extended from January 31, 2020). Additionally, the Company has a note payable of $10,000 from James Briscoe, under a promissory note dated September 17, 2018, due September 17, 2019 with interest at 10% and is currently past due. As of January 31, 2020, the total balance of all related party notes was $166,560, which includes accrued interest of $14,828.

During the year ended January 31, 2020, our CEO, Brett Gross, made various payments on behalf of the Company totaling $101,631, reflected as advances from related party on the accompanying consolidated balance sheet. The advances bear no interest and have no specified repayment date.

In July 2019, the Company issued 43,215,212 shares of its common stock and 21,607,606 warrants to an investor, who also subsequently became a director, for proceeds of $50,000, or $0.001157 per unit. The warrants have a three-year term and are exercisable at any time at an exercise price of $0.00162.

In July and October 2019, the Company issued an aggregate of 60,000,000 non-qualified stock options to four new directors for services. The options vest immediately, have a 10-year term, an exercise price of $0.003, and resulted in share-based compensation expense of $80,421 during the year ended January 31, 2020.

We had an option to explore 1 standard federal lode mining claim at the East Silverbell project and 29 standard federal lode mining claims at the Walnut Creek project from JABA. We were required to pay annual rentals to maintain the claims in good standing. We paid $4,650 in rental fees to maintain these mineral claims during the year ended January 31, 2019 until September 1, 2019. The original option agreement was for the period from April 11, 2008 through January 1, 2011 and was extended through June 1, 2013, June 1, 2015 and then to June 1, 2021, The Company did not renew this option and it expired on September 1, 2019.

We were a party to the following transactions with related parties during the year ended January 31, 2019:

We rented an office from James Briscoe on a month-to-month basis for $522 per month through December 2018. The total rent expense related to this office was approximately $0 and $6,264 for the years ended January 31, 2020 and 2019. A total of $2,996 was due as of January 31, 2020 and 2019.

During the year ended January 31, 2019, the Company received advances of $73,193 from a director under a promissory note dated October 31, 2018, due October 31, 2020, with interest at 10%. We also received advances of $22,700 from another director under a promissory note dated December 20, 2018, due October 31, 2020 (extended from January 31, 2020), with interest at 10%. We also received an advance of $10,000 from James Briscoe under a promissory note dated September 17, 2018, due September 17, 2019 with interest at 10%. As of January 31, 2019, the total balance of these notes was $106,943, which includes accrued interest of $1,050.

NOTE 13 – Commitments and Contingencies

We currently rent a storage space for $45 per month in Tombstone, Arizona on a month-to-month basis.

We are required to pay annual rentals for Liberty Star’s federal lode mining claims for the Tombstone project in the State of Arizona. The rental period begins at noon on September 1st through the following September 1st and rental payments are due by the first day of the rental period. The annual rentals are $165 per claim. The rentals due by September 1, 2020 for the period from September 1, 2020 through September 1, 2021 of $10,890 have not been paid yet, but we plan to pay when due.

We are required to pay annual rentals for our Arizona State Land Department Mineral Exploration Permits (“AZ MEP”) at our Tombstone Hay Mountain project in the State of Arizona. AZ MEP permits cost $500 per permit per year in non-refundable filing fees and are valid for 1 year and renewable for up to 5 years. The rental fee is $2.00 per acre for the first year, which includes the second year, and $1.00 per acre per year for years three through five. The minimum work expenditure requirements are $10 per acre per year for years one and two and $20 per acre per year for years three through five. If the minimum work expenditure requirement is not met the applicant can pay the equal amount in fees to the Arizona State Land Department to keep the AZ MEP permits current. The rental period begins on the date of acceptance for each permit. Rental payments are due by the first day of the rental period. We hold AZ MEP permits for 12,557.77 acres at our Tombstone project. We paid filing and rental fees for our AZ MEP’s before their respective due dates in the amount of $30,764.

Legal Matter

On August 22, 2019 (and amended on December 23, 2019), the Company filed a complaint with the Superior Court of Arizona (Case No. C20194139), demanding the titles and possession of certain vehicles and equipment of the Company from our former CEO, as well as seeking recovery of damages from the former CEO in an amount of not less than $50,000. None of the vehicles and equipment, individually or in total, have any material net book value (being fully depreciated) as of January 31, 2020. The matter is ongoing as of the date of this filing.

On February 18, 2020, our former CEO and his spouse ​(the “Counterclaimants”) filed a First Amended Answer: First Amended Complaint and Counterclaim with the Superior Court of Arizona seeking dismissal of the Company’s complaint and reimbursement of Counterclaimants’ attorney fees incurred related to the matter. Additionally, the counterclaim alleges breach of contract by the Company and requests reimbursement of amounts loaned to the Company by our former CEO and his spouse, along with reimbursement of attorney fees. The Company ​believes these counterclaims are without merit and will aggressively defend them, and believes no unfavorable outcome or material effect on our consolidated financial statements will result.

NOTE 14 – Fair value of financial instruments

Our financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, prepaid expenses, accounts payable, accrued liabilities, convertible notes payable, notes payable, and derivative liability. It is management’s opinion that we are not exposed to significant interest, currency or credit risks arising from these financial instruments. With the exception of the derivative liability, the fair value of these financial instruments approximates their carrying values based on their short maturities or for long-term debt based on borrowing rates currently available to us for loans with similar terms and maturities. Gains and losses recognized on changes in estimated fair value of the warrant liability are reported in other income (expense) as gain (loss) on change in fair value.

NOTE 15 – Subsequent events

In March and April 2020, we received aggregate proceeds of $55,000 under the promissory note with   Pete O’Heeron, a director. The note bears interest at 10% and matures on October 31, 2020.

On April 27, 2020, we received an advance from our CEO of $10,000. The advance bears no interest and has no specified repayment date.

In March 2020, our CEO made payments on behalf of the Company totaling approximately $25,000. These payments will be recorded as advances to the Company, bearing no interest with no specified repayment date.

In March 2020, the Company issued 22,000,000 shares of its common stock and 11,000,000 warrants to an investor for proceeds of $17,600, or $0.0008 per unit. The warrants have a three-year term and are exercisable at any time at an exercise price of $0.0011.

In February, March and April 2020, we issued a total of 161,906,986 shares of our common stock for conversions of convertible debt totaling $91,800, at prices ranging from $0.0047 to $0.0072.

ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE.

None.

ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES.

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

We maintain disclosure controls and procedures designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the rules and forms of the SEC, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure. Our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, reviewed and evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures as of January 31, 2020. Based upon such review and evaluation, our principal executive officer and principal financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were not effective as of the date of such evaluation due to the size and nature of the existing business operation. Given the size of our current operation and existing personnel, the opportunity to implement internal control procedures that segregate accounting duties and responsibilities is limited. Until the organization can increase in size to warrant an increase in personnel, formal internal control procedure will not be implemented until they can be effectively executed and monitored.

Management’s Annual Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f). Management conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting based on the criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (2013 framework) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. This evaluation included review of the documentation of controls, evaluation of the design effectiveness of controls, testing of the operating effectiveness of controls and a conclusion of this evaluation. Based on its evaluation, management has concluded that our internal control over financial reporting was not effective as of January 31, 2018 due to the size and nature of the existing business operation. Given the size of our current operation and existing personnel, the opportunity to implement internal control procedures that segregate accounting duties and responsibilities is limited. Until the organization can increase in size to warrant an increase in personnel, formal internal control procedure will not be implemented until they can be effectively executed and monitored.

The Company’s internal control over financial reporting includes policies and procedures that (1) pertain to maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect transactions and dispositions of the assets of the Company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the Company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the Company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the Company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, does not expect that our disclosure controls or our internal control over financial reporting will prevent or detect all errors and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable, not absolute, assurance that the control system’s objectives will be met. Internal control over financial reporting is a process that involves human diligence and compliance and is subject to lapses in judgment and breakdowns resulting from human failures. In addition, the design of any system of controls is based in part on certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and controls may become inadequate if conditions change. There can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions.

Management identified the following material weaknesses during its assessment of internal controls over financial reporting as of January 31, 2020.

The Company’s management is committed to improving the Company’s internal controls and will: (1) continue to use third party specialists to address shortfalls in staffing and to assist the Company with accounting and finance responsibilities; (2) increase the frequency of independent reconciliations of significant accounts which will mitigate the lack of segregation of duties until there are sufficient personnel.

Until the organization can increase in size to warrant an increase in personnel, formal internal control procedure will not be implemented until they can be effectively executed and monitored. As a result of the size of the current organization, there will not be significant levels of supervision and review.

This annual report does not include an attestation report of our registered public accounting firm regarding our internal controls over financial reporting. Management’s report was not subject to attestation by our registered public accounting firm pursuant to Section 404(c) of the SarbanesOxley Act that permit us to provide only management’s report in this annual report.

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

There were no changes to the Company’s internal controls over financial reporting during the fiscal quarter  ended January 31, 2020.

ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION.

None.

PART III

ITEM 10. DIRECTORS, EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND CORPORATE GOVERNANCE.

All directors of our company hold office until the next annual meeting of the stockholders or until their successors have been elected and qualified. The officers of our company are appointed by our board of directors and hold office until their death, resignation or removal from office. Our directors and executive officers, their ages, positions held, and duration as such, are as follows:

Business Experience

Brett Gross. Mr. Gross joined the board in 2014. Mr. Gross has served as Arbitrator with the American Arbitration Association, Chief Legal Counsel with MasTec Power Corp., Vice President and Regional Managing Attorney for URS Energy & Construction, Inc., an AECOM company, fka Washington Group International, Inc. since August 2005. Mr. Gross is a mining engineer (BS, Ohio State University, 1982; MS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute, 1988; PE, Colorado and Alabama) and attorney (JD, University of Denver, 2001) with over 30 years of experience, both domestic and international. His work experience includes surface and underground mining operations, engineering, and delivery of construction mega-projects across multiple industrial and commercial markets, and the practice of law related to each of these sectors. Mr. Gross brings a combination of professional skills that benefits every aspect of our business. Mr. Gross’ engineering career began at Virginia Tech, with research focused on rock mechanics and the stability of underground openings, particularly the phenomenon of “coal bumps” and “rock bursts,” and studying methods to monitor stress changes in the longwall barrier pillar during the onset of the active longwall face. The ensuing years of his career have been intimately involved with a broad spectrum of engineering, operations, management and project delivery. Since 2002, Mr. Gross has practiced law both in private practice and as in-house counsel, negotiating and closing complex deals with what today is among the largest engineering and construction firms in the United States. Mr. Gross was elected as President and Chief Executive Officer on December 7, 2018.

We believe Mr. Gross is qualified to serve on our board of directors because of his education and business experience as described above.

James A. Briscoe. Mr. Briscoe was appointed as our Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman of the Board in 2004 and Chief Financial Officer in 2008. Mr. Briscoe is a Registered Professional Geologist in the states of Arizona and California. From 1996 to 2005, Mr. Briscoe was the Vice President of Exploration, and Chairman of the Board of JABA Exploration Inc., a TSX Venture Exchange Canadian public company. Mr. Briscoe is also the President, Chief Executive Officer and a Geologist of JABA (US) Inc. He was also the President of Compania Minera JABA, S.A. de C.V. in Mexico. Compania Minera JABA, S.A. de C.V. is no longer active and is in the process of dissolution. Mr. Briscoe was succeeded as Chief Executive Officer, President and Chairman of the Board on December 7, 2018, after which he served as a director of the Company until September 23, 2019.

Peter O’Heeron. Mr. O’Heeron joined the board in 2012. Mr. O’Heeron leads an operational investment group which identifies early stage opportunities in the medical field with strong intellectual property positions. Through his 20+ years of medical product development experience, Mr. O’Heeron brings together the resources from strategic disciplines necessary to commercialize unique technologies. Prior to founding Advanced Medical Technologies LLC, Mr. O’Heeron founded NeoSurg Technologies, Inc. to develop a minimally invasive access system. As a result of his efforts, NeoSurg Technologies was successful in developing the T2000 Minimally Invasive Access System, the world leader in reposable surgical instrumentation. Mr. O’Heeron completed the sale of NeoSurg Technologies to CooperSurgical in 2005. Mr. O’Heeron graduated from Texas State University with a BS in Healthcare Administration and a minor in Business Administration. He received his Masters in Healthcare Administration from the University of Houston. Mr. O’Heeron currently holds 5 patents and has 4 patents pending. Mr. O’Heeron was elected Chairman of the Board on December 7, 2018, and Secretary and Treasurer on January 11, 2019.

We believe Mr. O’Heeron is qualified to serve on our board of directors because of his knowledge of our company’s history and current operations, which he gained from working with our company as described above, in addition to his education and business experience as described above. He also catalyzed a negotiation with Northern Dynasty which benefited the company by millions of dollars.

Patricia Madaris. Ms. Madaris has served as our VP Finance since May 2015. Prior to that time, Ms. Madaris served as the Executive Assistant to our CEO and Board of Directors since 2011. Since beginning her work at our company, she has proven to be beneficial in facilitating many areas of our public company, working to engage, negotiate, and close financings, and overseeing and working actively in financial reporting, and projected budgeting for ongoing operations. She has also worked as an accountant/manager for corporations in Arizona, Florida, and California since 2005. Ms. Madaris has a Bachelor’s of Science Degree from Indiana Wesleyan University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. Ms. Madaris also holds an MBA graduating with highest honors in February 2017. Ms. Madaris was elected Chief Financial Officer on January 11, 2019.

V.E. (Gene) Streety. Mr. Streety graduated in January 1954 from Florida State University with a BS in political science, and immediately started work as an assistant to the campaign manager in a successful governor’s campaign in the State of Florida. Later, he received an appointment on the staff of US congressman Bob Sikes in Washington D.C., returning to Tallahassee after 14 months. Mr. Streety is currently a Licensed Real Estate Broker working as such for over 50 years. At one time, he was a Florida Licensed Securities agent working on Private Placement for small businesses involving real estate. He worked as a Land Developer and investment real estate broker for the preponderance of his career. He also spent 14 years with the City of Tallahassee retiring there in 1998 as Real Estate Administrator managing the Division of Real Estate. He has additionally worked on mineral rights leases having been partners with a petroleum geologist working together securing mineral rights leases. Mr. Streety was one of the Founders/directors of a local bank, which was later sold to a regional bank. He has belonged to several boards throughout the years; was a member of the Chamber of Commerce and Civic boards. Throughout his career he has served in several Tallahassee area Presbyterian churches in such roles as church treasurer, church school teacher, deacon, and elder.

We believe Mr. Streety is qualified to serve on our board of directors because of his extensive business experience and education as described above.

W. Bradley Munroe. Mr. Munroe holds a B.S., Economics and Political Science from Florida State University, Tallahassee, Florida (1964), and is an attorney, (J.D., 1967, University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida) and AV Rated Lawyer by Martindale Hubbell. Mr. Munroe is a licensed Florida attorney admitted to practice before state and federal courts. Mr. Munroe’s experience as an attorney is extensive with a private law practice from 1970 to present. Emphasis on trial practice related to personal injury, wrongful death, products liability, workers’ compensation, commercial and construction law; and representation of building trades industries, and commercial real estate transactions and community bank. He has served as a Municipal Judge, a Staff Attorney for Florida Department of Commerce, a Staff Attorney, Governor Claude Kirk, an Assistant City Attorney, Tallahassee, Florida, Certified Civil and Family Law Mediator, and miscellaneous former lobbyist for numerous state associations. Mr. Munroe also is a Licensed Florida Real Estate Broker. Other Professional Experience includes Owner and operator of various business operations, including: Banking, Construction Company, Real Property Title Abstract Company – RV Park, and Marina. Mr. Munroe has also worked as a real estate investor. He has also served as receiver and trustee in bankruptcy in federal court. Mr. Munroe holds Memberships in all state and (Legal) local bar associations, the Florida Justice Association (Trial Lawyers), and is a member of the Episcopal Church, Exchange Club, Tallahassee Builders Association, Cotillion Club, and Colonels Club in Florida.

We believe Mr. Munroe is qualified to serve on our board of directors because of his extensive education and business experience as described above.

Boyd Gordon. Mr. Gordon is a financial transaction professional with over 30 years of broad experience in corporate and international finance, capital market transactions and project development and finance. Currently, Mr. Gordon is a principal in a financial consultancy firm. At URS, a major engineering and construction company, Mr. Gordon served as the Senior Director of Project Development and Finance. In this position, Mr. Gordon structured large institutional financings for public sector infrastructure projects and assisted clients of the power and mining groups. His expertise is in structuring creative financing plans, finding funding sources and closing complex financial transactions. In a long career with Westinghouse Electric, Mr. Gordon served as European Treasurer, Director of Corporate Finance, Vice President of Asset Review, Vice President of the Leasing Group, and Director of Treasury Strategic Programs. He was a member of Westinghouse Electric’s team of corporate finance executives that guided the company through a severe financial crisis. Mr. Gordon received a master’s degree in International Management from the American Graduate School of International Management (Thunderbird) in 1976, a Master of Business Administration in Finance from Southern Methodist University in 1975, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Missouri State University in 1972.

We believe Mr. Gordon is qualified to serve on our board of directors because of his extensive education and business experience as described above.

Bernard (Barney) Guarnera. Mr. Guarnera is well known and respected throughout the mining industry. He has over 50 years of experience encompassing six continents and precious metals, ferrous, non-ferrous, base metal, industrial and energy minerals. From 1991 through 2011 he was the president and CEO of the Behre Dolbear Group, taking the company from a single office in New York City to a highly respected international mineral industry advisory firm with offices in North and South America, Europe, Australia, and Asia. Barney remains affiliated with Behre Dolbear as a Director. Mr. Guarnera is a Certified Mineral Appraiser with the IIMA, Chartered Professional (geology) with AusIMM, Qualified Professional (mineral property valuations, geology and ore reserves) with MMSA, a Registered Professional Engineer (Texas) and a Registered Professional Geologist (Oregon). Barney specializes in assessing the technical and economic viability of mineral projects and properties and the valuation of mineral properties and mining companies. He has participated in billions of dollars of transactions related to the mining industry and acted as principal advisor to the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong regarding the development of its listing rules for mining companies and later an advisor regarding its acquisition of the London Metal Exchange.

We believe Mr. Guarnera is qualified to serve on our board of directors because of his extensive education and business experience as described above.

Family Relationships

There are no family relationships among our directors or officers.

Board and Committee Meetings

The board of directors of our company held 9 formal meetings during the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020.

There have been no material changes to the procedures by which our shareholders may recommend nominees to our board of directors during the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020. Shareholders may contact our current President, Brett Gross, to recommend nominees to our board of directors.

For the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020 our only standing committee of the board of directors was our audit committee. We do not have a nominating committee or a compensation committee.

Audit Committee

Currently our audit committee consists of our entire board of directors. We do not have a separately-designated standing audit committee established in accordance with section 3(a)(58)(A) of the Exchange Act.

During the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020, the audit committee did not hold any meetings. Rather, the business of the audit committee was conducted by resolutions consented to in writing by all the members of the board and filed with the minutes of the proceedings of the board.

Audit Committee Financial Expert

Our board of directors has determined that it does not have a member of its board of directors or audit committee that qualifies as an “audit committee financial expert” as defined in Item 407(d)(5)(ii) of Regulation S-K.

We believe that the members of our board of directors are collectively capable of analyzing and evaluating our consolidated financial statements and understanding internal controls and procedures for financial reporting. In addition, we believe that retaining an independent director who would qualify as an “audit committee financial expert” would be overly costly and burdensome and is not warranted in our circumstances given the early stages of our development and the fact that we have not generated any material revenues to date.

Involvement in Certain Legal Proceedings

Our directors and executive officers have not been involved in any of the following events during the past 10 years:

Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance

Section 16(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 requires our executive officers and directors, and persons who own more than 10% of our common stock, to file reports regarding ownership of, and transactions in, our securities with the SEC and to provide us with copies of those filings. Based solely on our review of the copies of such forms received by us, or written representations from certain reporting persons, we believe that during the fiscal year ended January 31, 2020, all filing requirements applicable to its officers, directors and greater than 10% percent beneficial owners were complied with.

Code of Ethics

Effective March 15, 2004, our company’s board of directors adopted a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics that applies to all employees, including our company’s Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer and VP Finance. As adopted, our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics sets forth written standards that are designed to deter wrongdoing and to promote:

In addition, our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics emphasizes that all employees, and particularly senior officers, have a responsibility for maintaining financial integrity within our company, consistent with generally accepted accounting principles, and federal and state securities laws. Any senior officer that becomes aware of any incidents involving financial or accounting manipulation or other irregularities, whether by witnessing the incident or being told of it, must report it to our company. Any failure to report such inappropriate or irregular conduct of others is to be treated as a severe disciplinary matter. It is against our company policy to retaliate against any individual who reports in good faith the violation or potential violation of our company’s Code of Business Conduct and Ethics by another.

Our Code of Business Conduct and Ethics was filed with the SEC on March 13, 2004 as Exhibit 14.1 to our annual report on Form 10-KSB for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2003. We will provide a copy of the Code of Business Conduct and Ethics to any person without charge, upon request. Requests can be sent to: Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp., 5610 E. Sutler Lane, Tucson, Arizona 85712.

ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION

Following are the particulars of all compensation paid or accruing to our named executive officers for the last two fiscal years ended.

2020 Summary Compensation Table