NDAC 72-03-02-03
Role of secretary of state
Cite as N.D. Admin. Code § 72-03-02-03
1.
If a proposed name is distinguishable in the secretary of state's records, the secretary of state
shall file the proposed name unless an exception applies.
2.
The secretary of state may not make a determination as to whether the use of a proposed
name or a name constitutes unfair competition, unfair trade practice, or name infringement
with other entities already in existence.