Except as provided in subsections 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 of the North Dakota Century Code section 43-02.2-12, a person or firm assuming or using any title , designation, acronym, or abbreviation that includes the words "accountant" or "accounting" does not imply the person or firm holds a valid certificate, license, or permit issued under North Dakota Century Code chapter 43-02.2 or has special competence as an accountant or auditor, if the words are accompanied by a suitable disclaimer. For a person the disclaimer must state the person is not a CPA or LPA. For a firm the disclaimer must state the firm is not a CPA firm or LPA firm. The disclaimer is suitable if its location, size or volume, and form clearly informs the public.
N.D. Admin Code 3-01-02-02
General Authority: NDCC 43-02.2-03
Law Implemented: NDCC 43-02.2-03, 43-02.2-12