2.__Distinguishable name.__Except as authorized by subsections 3 and 4, a limited liability partnership name must be distinguishable on the records of the Secretary of State from:

A.__The name of a corporation, limited liability company, limited liability partnership or limited partnership that is incorporated, organized or authorized to transact business or carry on activities in this State;

B.__Assumed, fictitious, reserved and registered name filings for all entities; and

C.__Marks registered under Title 10, chapter 301-A unless the registered owner or holder of the mark is the same person or entity as the limited liability partnership seeking to use a name that is not distinguishable on the records of the Secretary of State and files proof of ownership with the Secretary of State.

3.__Refuse to file name.__The Secretary of State, in the Secretary of State's discretion, may refuse to file a name that:

A.__Consists of or comprises language that is obscene;

B.__Inappropriately promotes abusive or unlawful activity;

C.__Falsely suggests an association with public institutions; or

D.__Violates any other provision of the law of this State with respect to names.

4.__Authorization to use name.__A limited liability partnership may apply to the Secretary of State for authorization to use a name that is not distinguishable on the records of the Secretary of State from one or more of the names described in subsection 2. The Secretary of State shall authorize use of the name applied for if:

A.__The entity in possession of the name consents to the use in writing and submits an undertaking in a form satisfactory to the Secretary of State to change its name to a name that is distinguishable on the records of the Secretary of State from the name of the applicant; or

B.__The applicant delivers to the Secretary of State a certified copy of the final judgment of a court of competent