North Carolina § 66-71 - 1. Short title.
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§ 66-71. 1. Short title.
This Article may be cited as the "Assumed Business Name Act." History (2016-100, s. 2; 2017-23, s. 1.) Cross References. - As to prohibition of use of title "certified public accountant" by partnership or association unless all members qualified, see G.S. 93-4 . Editor's Note. - Session Laws 2016-100, s. 12, provides, in part: "Sections 1 through 9 of this act become effective July 1, 2017, and do not affect a civil action or proceeding commenced or a right accrued before July 1, 2017. Sections 1 through 9 of this act become effective only if funds are appropriated by the 2015 General Assembly, 2016 Regular Session, to implement the provisions of G.S. 66-71.9, as enacted by Section 2 of this act." The appropriation was made. Session Laws 2017-23, s. 1, provides, in part: "The implementation of Article 14A of Chapter 66 of the General Statutes, the Assumed Business Name Act, as enacted by S.L. 2016-100, is postponed to December 1, 2017."
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 66-71
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 66-71 cover?
Section 66-71 ("1. Short title.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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