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The document is an Affidavit of Due Diligence filed in a Texas District Court regarding a change of name for a minor. It outlines the petitioner's efforts to locate a non-consenting parent whose whereabouts are unknown, detailing attempts made to find them and confirming that the parent is not in military service. The affidavit serves to inform the court of these efforts as part of the legal process.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open it in the editor.
Begin by filling in the 'Cause No.' section, which is designated for the District Clerk’s Office. Leave this blank for now.
In the 'In the Matter of the Change of Name of' section, enter your current full name, including first, middle, and last names.
Proceed to the 'Affidavit of Due Diligence' section. Here, you will need to provide details about your efforts to locate the non-consenting parent. Fill in their last known address and any attempts made to contact them.
Complete the statement regarding whether the non-consenting parent is in military service and provide their last known address along with a telephone number if available.
Finally, sign and date the affidavit at the bottom. Ensure that you have a notary public ready to witness your signature.

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

It simply requires you to use the documentation of your marriage or divorce to update your identification documents (Drivers License, Social Security, etc). In the case of changing the name of a child (minor), both parents must agree to the change before the courts will review the request.

What are the requirements to change your name in Arkansas?

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 much is it to legally change your name in Arkansas?

Government-issued identity document (including passport); Certificate of naming; Court order; or. Documentation demonstrating change of name by operation of state or local law.

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