Name change form 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the name change form in the editor.
2. Begin by reading through the entire packet to understand the requirements and necessary documents for your name change.
3. Complete the 'Notice of Intent to Change Name' form. Ensure you provide accurate details and print it neatly using black ink.
4. Fill out the 'Petition for Name Change' form, stating your reasons clearly. Remember, this must be signed before a notary.
5. Gather two notarized Affidavits of Character from residents who are not related to you, as required by North Carolina law.
6. Once all forms are completed, submit them along with any required documents like criminal record checks and proof of residency to the Clerk of Court.

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