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.