NDAC 72-03-02-04

Distinguishable names

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Names are distinguishable in the secretary of state's records and are therefore available for use if a comparison of the names reveals sufficient differences. Conditions that qualify as sufficient differences between names include: 1. There is a difference of at least one keyword. 2. The keywords are the same but are in a different order. 3. A keyword is abbreviated. 4. There is a different spelling of a proper name. 5. There is a unique or improper spelling of a keyword. 6. Although phonetically the same, a keyword is spelled differently. 7. The keywords are derived from the same root word. 8. The presence or absence of a contraction. 9. A keyword is singular in one name and plural in another name. 10. The use of roman numerals or number words in place of each other.