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Begin by entering both spouses' full legal names as they appear on their birth certificates in the official heading. Ensure you type only your current legal name.
Fill in spouse 1’s details, including their birth certificate name and any other names used. Repeat this for spouse 2 in the next section.
Provide your current state of residence. If applicable, include a P.O. Box but describe the general location.
Indicate the date and place of marriage or civil union, ensuring accuracy for legal processing.
If either spouse has felony or sexual offense convictions, detail these as required, including dates and dispositions.
Type in the new names exactly as desired after the legal change, ensuring clarity and correctness.
Date and sign the petition in black ink before notarization; ensure signatures match typed names.

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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 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.

How much is it to legally change your name in Arkansas?

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.