How does a minor name change petition work?

Unlike an adult name change, all minor name change petitions must be processed through a judge in a court hearing. Another distinction between an adult and a minor name change process is that the latter requires the court to appoint a guardian ad litem (GAL) to handle the case.

How to change a minor’s name in Oregon?

FOR A MINOR CHILD: (You must be a parent, legal guardian, or legal representative for the child) Fill out the Petition for Change of Name / Sex and Judgment for Change of Name/Sex forms for minors. Choose the options that apply (name, sex, or both). You are the Petitioner. If the Petition

Can a step parent consent to a name change?

A step-parent can only consent to the name change of a minor if the parental rights of the natural mother or father have been terminated. Download and complete the Petition for Change of Name of a Minor Form. Do not sign the form until in the presence of a notary public. Download and complete the Order for Change of Name of a Minor Form.

Where do I go to change my child’s name?

Find the nearest county elections office to you and mail, fax, scan, or hand deliver the form to them. Parents have the right to change the name of their child, a minor (under eighteen years of age), by filing a petition at their family court in the county where they live.

How to file a petition for name change?

You have two options to fill out your forms: Complete your forms online. or Download and fill out the forms listed below: Petition for Change of Name (Form NC-100), including the Attachment to Petition for Change of Name (Form NC-110). You need 1 attachment for each child whose name you want to change.

When is only one parent filing to change a child’s name?

If Only One Parent is Filing to Change a Child’s Name. If you are the only parent filing a petition (request) to change your child’s name – whether the other parent agrees or not – you will get a court date and you will have to let the other parent know about your petition and about the court date for the petition.

Is there a fee to change a child’s name?

Make sure you explain in the Attachment to Petition for Change of Name ( Form NC-110 ) because it will affect the steps you have to follow to change your child’s name. In these cases there is no fee for the petition if it is only for the child.

Can a court decree change a child’s name?

If the court finds that it would be best for your child to change his or her name, then you will get a court decree changing the child’s name. If the court finds that it would NOT be best for your child to change his or her name, then the judge will deny your request.