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The document provides instructions for using Florida Supreme Court Approved Family Law Form 12.982(f) to petition for a change of name for a family. It outlines the eligibility criteria, necessary steps including fingerprinting and criminal history checks, requirements for consent from legal parents for minor children, and the process for filing the petition with the circuit court. Additionally, it details the importance of electronic filing and service of documents, as well as information on completing supplemental forms for additional family members.

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How long does a father have to be absent to lose his rights in Florida?

You cannot be forced to give the baby the last name of the father. However, the father can petition the court to change the name of the child. Then a court can make a decision on this issue. Having a case in Family Court costs money for both of you.

Can I change my childs name without fathers consent in Florida?

The process does require parent consent. If both parents agree to the change of name and live in the county where the change is sought, they may both file as petitioners.

What is the family rule 12.350 in Florida?

Any party may request any other party: (1) to produce and permit the party making the request, or someone acting in the requesting partys behalf, to inspect and copy any designated documents, including electronically stored information, writings, drawings, graphs, charts, photographs, audio, visual, or digital

How much does it cost to change a childs last name in the state of Florida?

By state legislature, the filing fee for a legal name change is $401.

How do I change my name in family court in Florida?

If you wish to change the name(s) of another adult and/or any child(ren), you should complete and file with the clerk of court the attached Adult and Child Supplemental Form(s) for Petition for Change of Name (Family) for each additional family member.