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The document is a Fictitious Business Name Statement form for San Bernardino County, detailing the requirements and procedures for filing a fictitious business name. It includes information on fees, filing types (new, renewal, abandonment), and the responsibilities of the registrant regarding publication and accuracy of information. The form must be completed legibly and submitted to the county clerk, with specific instructions for different types of business ownership. Additionally, it outlines the expiration terms for the statement and legal implications for false declarations.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT in the editor.
Begin by selecting whether this is a new filing, renewal, or abandonment. Fill in the date of original filing if applicable.
Type or print legibly the fictitious business name as it appears in your Articles of Incorporation. Ensure it complies with naming regulations.
Enter the street address of your principal place of business. Note that P.O. Box addresses are not acceptable.
List each registrant's name and current residence address. Use our platform’s additional names feature for more registrants.
Indicate the type of ownership (e.g., individual, partnership, corporation) and provide the commencement date of business transactions.
Sign and date the form, ensuring that the signature meets legal requirements based on your business structure.

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What is a fictitious name and why is it used?

A fictitious name is a name other than your proper legal business entity name that you formally get permission from the state (or county) to use when conducting business. You may also see a fictitious business name referred to as: Doing Business As (DBA) Assumed name. Trade name.

What does fictitious business name statement mean?

In the case of a business owned by an individual, a fictitious business name is any name that does not include the last name (surname) of the owner, or which implies additional owners (such as Company, and Company, and Sons, Associates, etc.).

Is a fictitious business name an LLC?

A DBA is an assumed (fictitious) name that an existing business has received approval to use when conducting business. An LLC is a registered business entity. Both options provide a way to operate under a business name other than a companys legal name.

Does a fictitious business name need an EIN?

Keep in mind that a DBA isnt a legal entity or tax classificationit simply allows you to operate under a different name. In many cases, businesses with a DBA will need an EIN, though there are a few exceptionsparticularly for sole proprietors and single-member LLCs.

What is an example of a fictitious business name?

For example, if your business is a consulting firm, your fictitious business name could be something like Elite Consulting. Using a different name will allow potential clients to easily identify your business based on the services theyre looking for and that youre providing.

Why do people use fictitious names?

Many users choose names to maintain their privacy and prevent their real identities from being exposed to strangers. This is particularly important for protecting sensitive personal information.

Is a fictitious name certificate the same as a DBA?

A California DBA is also known as a fictitious business name in California. Some companies file a doing business as in California so they can use a tag line to refer to their company, such as The Best Burgers in Town.

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