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Certification - Clerk of Courts for Adult Name Change - Pennsylvania 2026

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The document is a certification from the Clerk of Courts of a Pennsylvania county, confirming that a search of court records for a specified individual over the past five years revealed no filed actions or related matters.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by entering your name in the designated field where it states 'I, FORM TEXT'. This identifies you as the applicant.
Next, specify the county where you are filing by filling in '______ County' in the appropriate section.
In the section that reads 'in the name of ______', input your current legal name as it appears on official documents.
Provide your Social Security Number in the field labeled 'Social Security Number ___'. Ensure accuracy for verification purposes.
Indicate that a search has been conducted for actions filed against you over the last five years. This is typically a statement and does not require additional input.
Finally, sign and date the form at the bottom where it says 'WITNESS my hand and seal of this office this ___ day of ______, 20___.'

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How much does it cost to legally change your name in PA?

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.

How long does it take to legally change your name in Pennsylvania?

Name change actions can take anywhere from a day to six (6) months (sometimes even longer). The time it takes for such action to be ordered/decreed varies not only from county to county, but sometimes from courthouse to courthouse as well.

How do I change my name as an adult in PA?

The state is concerned that an adult may wish to change his or her name to avoid credit problems, a history of criminal acts, or use a new name to commit fraudulent acts. Therefore, an adult must file a petition in the Court of Common Pleas in the county where he or she lives, to obtain a name change.

How do I change my name as an adult?

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.

How to get a court order for a name change in PA?

An adult (age 18 and over) who wishes to change their name must file a petition in the Court of Common Pleas. You, the petitioner, must live in the City and County of Philadelphia.

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What is proof of name change in PA?

Accepted name change documents A certified marriage certificate issued by the county court where your marriage license was processed. Court order granting a name change. Adoption records. An amended, certified birth certificate with a raised or embossed seal issued by a government office.

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