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Instructions for Publication - Delaware 2026

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The document provides instructions for petitioners in the Family Court of Delaware on how to publish a notice in a local newspaper when the whereabouts of the respondent are unknown. It outlines the steps to complete a petition, file necessary forms, and publish a notice in the appropriate county newspaper. The document emphasizes the importance of publication for proceeding with legal actions and details the consequences of not filing an Affidavit of Publication within 30 days.

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Begin by completing the appropriate Petition for relief. You can obtain blank petitions from the Clerk of Court or seek assistance from the Court's Intake Unit.
After filling out your petition, complete and sign the Affidavit that a Party's Address is Unknown, which you will submit alongside your petition to the Clerk of Court.
Next, fill out the Notice of Family Court Action on the reverse side of the form. Ensure you include all necessary details such as respondent’s name and type of petition filed.
Take this notice to one of the listed newspaper companies for publication. Remember to inquire about costs as they may vary by location.
Once published, obtain an Affidavit of Publication from the newspaper and file it with Family Court within 30 days to avoid dismissal of your petition.

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How do you cite the Delaware Administrative Code?

(b) The Code may be cited by the abbreviation Del. C. preceded by the number of the title and followed by the number of the section, chapter or part in the title. Examples: Section 101 of Title 1 may be cited as 1 Del. C.

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How do I change a childs name in Delaware?

A parent or guardian must file a petition with the Court of Common Pleas sitting in the county in which the minor resides and indicate the minors present and proposed names. At least one of the minors parents or legal guardian must sign the petition; if the minor is over 14, the minor also must sign the petition.

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How to cite the Delaware Administrative Code?

(b) The Code may be cited by the abbreviation Del. C. preceded by the number of the title and followed by the number of the section, chapter or part in the title.

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