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  1. Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Texas Name Change document in the editor.
  2. Begin by filling in the name of the petitioner in the designated field. This is crucial as it identifies who is requesting the name change.
  3. Next, enter the Judicial District Court information, including the court's name and address where you will file your petition.
  4. In the section labeled 'Filed in said Court on', input the date you are submitting this form. Ensure this is accurate to avoid any delays.
  5. Complete the nature of demand section by clearly stating 'NAME CHANGE OF A MINOR' to specify what your petition entails.
  6. Finally, review all entries for accuracy before saving or printing your completed form for submission.

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To change your last name, you will need a court order. To file a petition for a name change, you must be at least 18 years of age. You must pay a filing fee, and attach a card with your fingerprints to the petition.
How long will the entire application for change of name take? 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.
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Through a Court Order All Texas residents can apply for a name change under Texas Family Code Chapter 45. This chapter defines the formal process for changing a legal name through the courts. An adult may request to change their name for any reason, except for reasons against the public interest.

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