Brainerd, Minn., City Code § 425 (2026) § 425.4006
Entry of True Name in Register
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425.4006 Entry of True Name in Register. No person shall write or cause to be written in any rooming house register any other or different name than the true name of such person or the name by which such person is generally known. ARTICLE V. SHARED BATH DWELLING UNITS
Section 425.4006 of the Brainerd, MN City Code prohibits anyone from recording a false or assumed name in a rooming house register; only a person's true name or the name by which they are commonly known may be entered. This rule applies to both the person writing their own name and anyone who directs another to write a name on their behalf. The provision is part of the city's broader Rental Housing Code governing rooming houses under Article IV.
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Under § 425.4006, operators of rooming houses in Brainerd are generally expected to maintain registers that reflect guests' and residents' true names or commonly known names, and to avoid accepting or facilitating entries of fictitious names. A compliant rooming house operator typically establishes a check-in process that verifies the identity of each registrant before an entry is made. Keeping accurate register records also supports compliance with other licensing and maintenance requirements throughout the Brainerd Rental Housing Code.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 425.4006 makes clear that rooming house residents have an obligation to provide their true name—or the name by which they are generally known—when signing a register, and that no one may cause a false name to be entered on their behalf. If a tenant believes a rooming house operator is improperly managing the register or pressuring residents to use false names, they may consider contacting the City of Brainerd's code enforcement office or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options. Tenants who have questions about how this provision interacts with their broader rights under the Brainerd Rental Housing Code may wish to consult a legal aid resource familiar with Minnesota housing law.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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