Authority: San Diego County Clerk-RecorderSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSan Diego County Clerk-Recorder
Official fee: $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt### Fees: - $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments. Check or money order payable to: San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. #
Form: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
All information on this statement is public information and is required to appear in the newspaper pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 17913.
A current official filing link is not confirmed in this guide. Use the named authority to confirm the local procedure.
What San Diego County calls a DBA
The official term documented here is fictitious business name.
Sacramento County’s explanation of California law establishes the filing condition: regular, for-profit business under a fictitious name is filed in the county containing the principal business location. The following completion steps come from San Diego.
An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
Sacramento County Fictitious Business Name Statements are filed in the County's Business License Unit. California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located. Part of the filing requirement is that the statement be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County in which the business is located.
Search existing names
An official name-search entry point for San Diego County is not confirmed in this guide. Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access. A search elsewhere is not a substitute for the filing authority’s own records.
Rules by legal entity type
Jump to the entity that already exists. Each section keeps its own authority, fee, exceptions, and official evidence.
Required: Yes, when the documented conditions apply.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptPublish once a week for four consecutive weeks; first publication must begin within 45 days after filing.
Authority: San Diego County Clerk-RecorderSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSan Diego County Clerk-Recorder
When this route applies: California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located.Source: finance.saccounty.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSacramento County Fictitious Business Name Statements are filed in the County's Business License Unit. California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located. Part of the filing requirement is that the statement be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County in which the business is located.
Official form: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
All information on this statement is public information and is required to appear in the newspaper pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 17913.
Form destination: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Online filing link: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Official fee: $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt### Fees: - $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments. Check or money order payable to: San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. #
Effective duration: a fictitious business name expires in 5 years.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptYes, a fictitious business name expires in 5 years. Additionally, if a business address or the ownership changes, the statement expires and a new one with the current information must be filed.
Renewal: The process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptThe process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.
Changes or amendments: Updating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpdating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.
Abandonment or cancellation: Upon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.
Important exclusions: Not confirmed in this guide.
Mail filing: An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptAn FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
In-person filing: In person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptIn person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.
General partnership
Required: Yes, when the documented conditions apply.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptPublish once a week for four consecutive weeks; first publication must begin within 45 days after filing.
Authority: San Diego County Clerk-RecorderSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSan Diego County Clerk-Recorder
When this route applies: California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located.Source: finance.saccounty.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSacramento County Fictitious Business Name Statements are filed in the County's Business License Unit. California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located. Part of the filing requirement is that the statement be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County in which the business is located.
Official form: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
All information on this statement is public information and is required to appear in the newspaper pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 17913.
Form destination: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Online filing link: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Official fee: $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt### Fees: - $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments. Check or money order payable to: San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. #
Effective duration: a fictitious business name expires in 5 years.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptYes, a fictitious business name expires in 5 years. Additionally, if a business address or the ownership changes, the statement expires and a new one with the current information must be filed.
Renewal: The process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptThe process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.
Changes or amendments: Updating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpdating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.
Abandonment or cancellation: Upon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.
Important exclusions: Not confirmed in this guide.
Mail filing: An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptAn FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
In-person filing: In person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptIn person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.
LLC
Required: Yes, when the documented conditions apply.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptPublish once a week for four consecutive weeks; first publication must begin within 45 days after filing.
Authority: San Diego County Clerk-RecorderSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSan Diego County Clerk-Recorder
When this route applies: California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located.Source: finance.saccounty.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSacramento County Fictitious Business Name Statements are filed in the County's Business License Unit. California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located. Part of the filing requirement is that the statement be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County in which the business is located.
Official form: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
All information on this statement is public information and is required to appear in the newspaper pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 17913.
Form destination: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Online filing link: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Official fee: $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt### Fees: - $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments. Check or money order payable to: San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. #
Effective duration: a fictitious business name expires in 5 years.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptYes, a fictitious business name expires in 5 years. Additionally, if a business address or the ownership changes, the statement expires and a new one with the current information must be filed.
Renewal: The process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptThe process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.
Changes or amendments: Updating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpdating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.
Abandonment or cancellation: Upon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.
Important exclusions: Not confirmed in this guide.
Mail filing: An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptAn FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
In-person filing: In person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptIn person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.
Corporation
Required: Yes, when the documented conditions apply.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptPublish once a week for four consecutive weeks; first publication must begin within 45 days after filing.
Authority: San Diego County Clerk-RecorderSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSan Diego County Clerk-Recorder
When this route applies: California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located.Source: finance.saccounty.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptSacramento County Fictitious Business Name Statements are filed in the County's Business License Unit. California State law (Business and Professions Code section 17910) requires that every person, partnership, corporation, or other association, who regularly transacts business in California for profit under a Fictitious Business Name, file a statement with the County in which the principal place of business is located. Part of the filing requirement is that the statement be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County in which the business is located.
Official form: FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENTSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptFICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT
All information on this statement is public information and is required to appear in the newspaper pursuant to Business and Professions Code section 17913.
Form destination: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Online filing link: Could not be confirmed because the official source blocked access.
Official fee: $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt### Fees: - $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments. Check or money order payable to: San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. #
Effective duration: a fictitious business name expires in 5 years.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptYes, a fictitious business name expires in 5 years. Additionally, if a business address or the ownership changes, the statement expires and a new one with the current information must be filed.
Renewal: The process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptThe process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.
Changes or amendments: Updating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpdating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.
Abandonment or cancellation: Upon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptUpon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.
Important exclusions: Not confirmed in this guide.
Mail filing: An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptAn FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
In-person filing: In person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerptIn person Applications are available at our offices to complete and submit.
Why this local filing matters
San Diego’s wet-ink rule determines the available filing channels. Its separate unchanged-renewal and expired-statement exceptions determine the later tasks.
An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
The process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.
Upon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.
How to file through the authority
San Diego permits filing only in person or by mail because the statement needs an original, wet-ink signature. Its guidance recommends an in-person filing.
An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
The first business name and registrant cost $54; each extra name or registrant adds $5. A card payment adds $2.50.
### Fees: - $54 for the first business name and registrant - $5 for each additional business name or registrant Fees are payable by cash, check or money order, or credit/debit card. An additional $2.50 surcharge is applicable for card payments. Check or money order payable to: San Diego Recorder/County Clerk. #
Once filed, arrange the required newspaper notice within 45 days of the filing date and publish once weekly for four consecutive weeks. Allow the newspaper time to prepare the notice.
- After the FBN Statement has been filed with the County Clerk, the registrant is required to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 45 days from the filing date. The notice must appear once a week for four consecutive weeks. Please give the newspaper adequate time to prepare the notice. We will provide a newspaper list.
Renewal, amendment, and abandonment
Renew through the same process used for a new statement. If nothing changed and renewal occurs within 40 days of expiration, San Diego says publication is unnecessary; changes to the filing require publication.
The process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.
Updating or correcting an active statement requires a new filing, fees and publication. The county also says a business-address or ownership change expires the existing statement.
Yes, a fictitious business name expires in 5 years. Additionally, if a business address or the ownership changes, the statement expires and a new one with the current information must be filed.
Updating, changing, or correcting any information on an active FBN Statement would require you to file a new statement, pay the appropriate fees, and publish in the newspaper.
On ending use of a name filed within the previous five years, file an abandonment statement, pay the fee and publish. San Diego says no abandonment filing is needed once the statement has already reached its five-year expiration.
Upon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.
Publication required: Yes, when the conditions below apply.
- After the FBN Statement has been filed with the County Clerk, the registrant is required to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 45 days from the filing date. The notice must appear once a week for four consecutive weeks. Please give the newspaper adequate time to prepare the notice. We will provide a newspaper list.
Source: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt- After the FBN Statement has been filed with the County Clerk, the registrant is required to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 45 days from the filing date. The notice must appear once a week for four consecutive weeks. Please give the newspaper adequate time to prepare the notice. We will provide a newspaper list.
When to start: within 45 days from the filing dateSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt- After the FBN Statement has been filed with the County Clerk, the registrant is required to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 45 days from the filing date. The notice must appear once a week for four consecutive weeks. Please give the newspaper adequate time to prepare the notice. We will provide a newspaper list.
How often to publish: once a weekSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt- After the FBN Statement has been filed with the County Clerk, the registrant is required to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 45 days from the filing date. The notice must appear once a week for four consecutive weeks. Please give the newspaper adequate time to prepare the notice. We will provide a newspaper list.
How long to publish: four consecutive weeksSource: www.sdarcc.gov official record · retrieved Supporting excerpt- After the FBN Statement has been filed with the County Clerk, the registrant is required to publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation within 45 days from the filing date. The notice must appear once a week for four consecutive weeks. Please give the newspaper adequate time to prepare the notice. We will provide a newspaper list.
Deadline for proof: Not confirmed in this guide.
Next steps: self-file first
Choose a mail or in-person submission and prepare the original signed statement. Do not treat an electronic preparation step as a completed filing.
An FBN Statement can only be filed in person or by mail because an original, wet-ink signature is required. Because of its importance, we strongly recommend registrants file IN PERSON.
For a renewal, compare the original information and expiration date before claiming the publication exception. For cancellation, check whether the statement is still within its five-year life.
The process to renew a Fictitious Business Name is the same as filing a new one. If there are no changes to the original filing and it is renewed within 40 days of the expiration date, there is no need to publish. If there are any changes to the original filing, publication will be required.
Upon ceasing to transact business under a fictitious business name that was filed in the previous five years, the registrant shall file an FBN Statement of Abandonment. (B&P Code 17922) When filing an FBN Statement of Abandonment, you must pay the appropriate fees and publish in the newspaper. If the FBN Statement has already expired (reached its 5-year expiration), there is no need to file an FBN Statement of Abandonment.
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