Name change instructions 2026

1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the name change instructions in the editor.
2. Begin by completing all required fields using your full name, including middle names. Ensure that you check for spelling errors as they can delay the process.
3. Print three complete sets of forms. Each form must include a heading with the court's name, your name, and the case number, which will be assigned by the court clerk.
4. Sign any forms that require a signature in front of a notary or court clerk. Use your complete name when signing.
5. File the Petition in the Justice Court of your county and pay any associated fees. The clerk will guide you on setting a hearing date and whether publication is necessary.
6. Attend the hearing as instructed by the clerk and present your Order to Change Name. Be prepared for any objections from others regarding your name change.
7. After receiving a certified copy of the signed Order from the Clerk, notify relevant agencies and individuals about your new name.

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