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9 §5003. Definitions

§5003. Definitions As used in this Act, unless the context specifically indicates otherwise, the following words shall have the following meanings.   [PL 1977, c. 488, §1 (NEW).] 1.  Charitable organization.  “Charitable organization” means any person or entity, including any person or entity organized in a foreign state, that is or holds itself out to […]

9 §5013. Unauthorized use of names

§5013. Unauthorized use of names 1.  Use of name; written consent.  A person or entity may not, for the purpose of soliciting contributions from persons or entities in this State, use the name of any other person or entity in a misleading manner. This prohibition includes, but is not limited to, the publication of endorsements […]

9 §5004. Licensure of charitable organizations

§5004. Licensure of charitable organizations 1.  Initial licensure as a charitable organization.  The following provisions govern license applications by charitable organizations.   A. Unless it has received an exemption pursuant to section 5006, a charitable organization that intends to solicit, accept or obtain contributions in this State or to have contributions solicited, accepted or obtained […]

9 §5014. Violation as unfair trade practice

§5014. Violation as unfair trade practice Any violation of this chapter shall constitute a violation of Title 5, chapter 10, the Unfair Trade Practices Act.   [PL 1977, c. 488, §1 (NEW).] Any intentional violation of this chapter shall be a Class D crime.   [PL 1977, c. 488, §1 (NEW).] SECTION HISTORY PL 1977, […]