Maryland name change 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Maryland name change document in the editor.
  2. Begin by entering your current name in the designated field at the top of the form. Ensure that you provide your full legal name as it appears on official documents.
  3. Next, fill in your street address, city, state, and zip code in the respective fields. This information is crucial for court records.
  4. Provide your phone number in the specified section. This allows for easy communication regarding your application.
  5. In the section labeled 'FOR CHANGE OF NAME TO', enter your desired new name clearly. Double-check for any spelling errors to avoid complications.
  6. If applicable, complete the 'MOTION TO POST IN LIEU OF PUBLICATION' section by indicating whether you wish to waive publication requirements and how you prefer notice to be given.
  7. Finally, sign and date the form at the bottom. Review all entries for accuracy before submitting.

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How Long Will a Name Change Take? StateTime to Complete MA 6-8 weeks MD Up to 8 weeks or longer ME 2 months MI 60-90 days47 more rows
There is a $165 filing fee. Learn more about filing fee waivers. Do I need documents or forms? To ask the court for a name change, you need to file a petition.
For most purposes a deed poll will be accepted to change documents, but there are some important exceptions. Birth and marriage certificates cannot be changed. However, your deed poll together with your birth certificate will be sufficient for the passport office to issue you with a passport in the new name.
In most cases, you must file a petition with your local court to change your name. To do so, you may need to file paperwork and appear before a judge to complete the process. Find your local government website and contact your circuit court to get information about how you can legally change your name.
To ask the court for a name change, you need to file a petition. You can use the Petition for Change of Name of an Adult (CC-DR-60) or Petition for Change of Name of a Minor (CC-DR-062). Attach documents with your or the minors current legal name (birth certificate, drivers license, passport, etc.).

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