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All fictitious business names must be filed with the county clerk's office. It is wise to research the Fictitious Business Name Index before filing your statement to ensure the uniqueness of your business name. Research may be done in person or by mail. Mail requests must be accompanied by a stamped, self-addressed envelope and should be sent to the clerk's office at:
546 Jay Street
Suite 200
Colusa, CA 95932
Fictitious business name statements must be filed with the clerk of the county in which the principal place of business is maintained. Please follow these guidelines when filing a statement:
If the business is being conducted by a corporation, an officer of the corporation must sign the statement, and the state of the corporation must be included. Fictitious business name statements must be renewed every five years. (Download Fictitious Business Name Statement Application Form (PDF))
The filing fee is $10 for one owner. An additional $2 is charged for each additional owner or fictitious business name listed on the same statement. Additional fees include: