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If the parents are married, both parents must sign the Petition. Or if unmarried parents both consent to the name change, both parents must either sign the Petition or a Waiver. Child older than the age of 14 has not signed a Consent form.
You must file a completed PC 50, Publication of Notice of Hearing Regarding Petition for Name Change, with the court. Contact the court clerk for information about when PC 50 must be submitted. C. Every person 22 years of age or older who is requesting a name change must have a criminal background check.
A parent, managing conservator, or guardian of a minor may file a petition requesting a change of name of the minor in the county where the child resides. TX Family Code 45.001). Where should I file the petition? Petition should be filed in the district, county, or justice court of the county where the child lives.
File the original with the circuit court in the county where you live. You must have lived in that county for at least one year before you file your petition. It will cost $175 to file your petition. If you cannot afford to pay this, you can ask the judge to waive the fee.
The petition must be filed in the county where you live. There is a filing fee that varies depending on the county in which you file in. The filing fee is currently around $135.00. If you are changing a childs name, both parents have to consent to the name change.
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What documents do you need? Your current, valid photo ID. Your certified name change document (marriage certificate or name change court order) Your new Social Security card with your new name.
If the father is not around, you can still petition the court to change your childs last name. You will need to show that the name change is in the best interest of the child. The court may require you to notify the absent father about the proposed name change and give him an opportunity to object.

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