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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
(a) A notice of change shall be filed with the secretary of state when:
(1) A change occurs in any true and real name of a person conducting a business with a trade name registered under this chapter; or
(2) A change occurs in any mailing address or email address set forth on the registration or any subsequently filed notice of change; or
(3) An addition, deletion, or any change of person or persons conducting business under the registered trade name occurs; or
(4) There is a change in the wording or spelling of the trade name since initial registration or renewal.
(b) A notice of cancellation shall be filed with the secretary of state when use of a trade name is discontinued.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Rhode Island General Laws Title 6. Commercial Law--General Regulatory Provisions § 6-1-5. Changes in registration--Filing notice of change - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ri/title-6-commercial-law-general-regulatory-provisions/ri-gen-laws-sect-6-1-5/
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