Questions Regarding Name Change

It is not a difficult process to change ones name

. However, one must be aware of the legal process involved in changing the name. Adoption and marriage are the most common reasons for people to change their names. Given below are some of the most commonly asked questions regarding name change.

Can the custodial parent of a child change his/her last name without going to court if he/she is not married or there is no second parent involved in the state of Oklahoma?

The requirements may vary from state to state to change a childs last name. However, the individual will have to petition in court to change the name. the individual will have to include the following in the petition:

The name and address and the time the individual has lived at the address

The date and place of birth of the petitioner. The birth certificate number and the place where the birth was registered may also be required if there was a registration

The desired name

An explanation for the name change.

A statement that mentions that the name change is not for any illegal or fraudulent activity.

Can a person keep both her maiden name as well as legal married name? If so, will the names have to be hyphenated in the signature?

most of the times, the individual may be able to choose whether she wants to keep her maiden name or both the names. However, only one name may have to be chosen for the legal name. this name will be used on the Social Security record, passport, etc.

Can a name change request for a social security card be made online?

It may not be possible to change ones name online. However one may request to change the name through the US mail service. The individual will have to give a new application with the new name for the social security card. The proof of the new name and other documents may be submitted along with the form at the social security office.

Can the childs last name be changed without informing the other parent?

A childs name changes should be agreed upon by both the parents. The parent will have to convince the court as to why the change of name is required if one of the parents does not agree. One may speak to a lawyer when faced with such a situation.

Is it possible to change a minors last name during paternity search?

It may not be difficult to change a minors last name during paternity search. However, if the child has a living second parent, then he/she may have to give up his/her rights before the name is changed. One need not always adopt a child to change the name but it can be helpful in determining parental rights.

It may not be difficult to change ones name if one is aware of the procedure involved and the documents required. One may ask a family lawyer if one has any questions regarding this process.

by: MeghanJones

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