Mississippi name change 2026

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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Mississippi name change document in the editor.
  2. Begin by filling in the county name where you are filing your petition at the top of the form.
  3. In the section labeled 'Petitioner', enter your full name and any minor children's names for whom you are requesting a name change.
  4. Provide your current residence and mailing address, ensuring it is accurate as this establishes jurisdiction.
  5. Clearly state the current names and desired new names for both yourself and any minor children in the designated fields.
  6. In the reasons section, describe why you are seeking this name change. Be detailed to support your request.
  7. List each minor child's name, age, and date of birth as required in the subsequent sections.
  8. Confirm that none of the minors have felony convictions or bankruptcy filings, as this is necessary for approval.

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Yes, a typed name is accepted as a valid electronic signature when you add it to your paperwork utilizing a compliant solution like DocHub. Simply upload your mississippi name change to our editor, click Sign in the top tool pane → Create your signature → Type your name in the proper tab, and choose how it will appear on your document.

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Among the grounds for change of name which have been held valid are: (a) when the name is ridiculous, dishonorable or extremely difficult to write or pronounce; (b) when the change results as a legal consequence, as in legitimation; (c) when the change will avoid confusion; (d) when one has continuously used and been
Filing the Petition with the RTC. Court Docket Fee payment (varies by court; typically in the range of ₱2,000 to ₱5,000, but can be higher).
To get a court order, youll have to petition for a name change at your Mississippi Chancery Court. This map will help you find out which court handles matters for your county. Contact your court directly for specific instructions on how to file your petition for your legal name change in Mississippi.

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Fee: $148* *Contact your local Chancery Court for exact filing fee.
Record Changes Corrections ItemFee Name Change $148.00 Birth Certificate Correction $148.00
Court order 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.
Mississippi law gives the chancery court of the county where you live the jurisdiction to hear a name change petition. You need to be an adult over 21 to file the petition. Expect to do the following: Fill out a petition with your personal information.

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