The Info needed and steps for a court to change a name

[@StudioLB]

The spin deserves an Oscar 🏆

[@NapkinEdStern]

lol

[@dimitrioshatzistamoulos8226]

I just want to say that this was a terrific video and I give you 100% credit

[@FinelyRevealed]

Thank you M ! Happy to help.

[@reddrooster60]

Love the spin ❤

[@SymbolofPeeace]

Lmao turned around like Emperor Palpatine 😂

[@BigBoss-yj3hl]

I became a naturalized citizen in 2012 I decided to change my name and received my certificate with my new name but never updated any other documents and went to Mexico. After almost 8 years I came back and want to revert the name on my certificate back to the original. All my documents have my original name except my certificate and my driver license is expired since 2013.

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI @Jorge - Courts can vacate orders entered for good cause but 8 years is a long time and that might not work. It would probably be easier, cheaper and faster to go through the process again to change it since there is an order changing it the first time- Check with an attorney in your area if you want to try the vacation method. Good luck!

[@josephsellarslesacelier2742]

im 80 s court records were often lost caus of computr takeovr

[@LaxSoccer23]

...I understand all of what you said. But how do I go about getting a court hearing to do the name change? I live in Pennsylvania, I can fill out the SSA name change form, no problem. But I just walk into the court house with that and request a hearing to see the judge? should there be any specific form for my state to fill out or just the SSA form?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi Lizz. The easiest way is for you to hire an attorney to do it all for you. Some hearings are now done remotely which also saves travel time. Formal pleadings need to be prepared, filing fee paid and publication requirements, if any satisfied. Hearings are scheduled with either the division where it will be heard or by the clerk. Hope that helps.

[@Abracciodieta]

Can a vital records department deny accepting a legal name change order that was done in 1986? I was born in NYC but my mother had the name change in NJ but the original birth certificate was not updated. I am dealing with getting my license renewed but need the birth certificate.

[@FinelyRevealed]

The Court order should be able to be sent in from the original court and also registered with the new state and followed up that way. If a court had jurisdiction over the person and the thing they were doing then it is valid. The lapse of time would be the only issue there could be. Check with a lawyer in NJ first.

[@warpony5654]

Thank you for the info. I need to add my Native American name before my grandma passes away. I am Nevada.

[@m.s.biteth1164]

I am about to do this due to my bitcoin holdings and a desire to become ghosted from the Japanese perspective. Thank you for you information; I just found you due to searching out narcissism.

[@angeloalicia548]

AWESOME VIDEO!!! Question? Is it possible to put in ONLY an "AFFIDAVIT OF NAME CHANGE" signed, sealed and filed with the County Clerks office and send a copy to the Social Security Administration?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi. No, a name change has to be through the court unless it is done when getting married.

[@angeloalicia548]

You mentioned that you have an additional video on "Different Way's" to change your name. Do you mean their are different methods other than with the Court system? If so, I am very interested in that.

[@FinelyRevealed]

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[@tseringwangdu3940]

I have been using my new name since 2 years which was on my naturalization certificate and which I also got on my US passport . I did not update the SSA and my ID which had my old name expired since 2 years , how do I get a name change order from the court and can I go to any court, I’m from New York.🥺

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI Tsering - go to a court where you live.

[@SylphistiaSymptom]

I have no drivers listen e, but DO have a valid government ID. Also, I’m 20, as of now. I want to legally change my name due to my current legal name being used during a traumatic experience. What would you say the rate of success might be for that? I want to know if I should even bother going through with this :)

[@Baebbieluvas]

Hi same here I plan on changing my name due to it being passed down from horrible family members ( generational trauma ) my name never ever fit with me it always felt like damn lable when I was little I always put a gamertag name even on my private accounts like this one cause I just never liked my name here to say I'm proud of u for doing this step ! 😭 changing a name sounds so little but it's such an embrace of change !

[@FinelyRevealed]

So long as you are not asking for the change in order to trick someone that you owe money to- and you follow the procedures where you are - then all of the name change requests are granted.

[@FinelyRevealed]

Sorry for your bad experiences. Hoping you heal.

[@angeloalicia548]

@@Baebbieluvas Very beautiful statement!!! Soooooo positive and a BIG MOVE forward. Go for it!!!!!! people so not realize a "NAME" has meaning and power!!!!

[@dianexo3527]

Thanks and I appreciate all this info it sounds 🤔 like it’s a very long process to correct or change a name how long does it usually take to correct the name change on a 🧾 birth certificate I live in Colorado and my first name on my birth certificate is not my name that a head all my life and I don’t want to us the first name that I recently found out is on my birth certificate because is not my name and I wanna do all this before my NM driver license expires 💆‍♀️ please let me know How long do you think all this process usually takes to correct . Thanks!

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @Diane - Very good question! The time from start to fully changing your drivers license depends upon each step and the processes and time each agency/court takes. It's not a big deal to change the drivers license after it's renewed - a name change is a valid reason to get a new one so don't get hung up on that.

[@DanielMartinez-pn4pz]

A have the same problem

[@oceanblue4750]

@@FinelyRevealed this is my second time changing my name in New Jersey, will have to get a lawyer this time ?

[@jasc931]

The spin had me weak lol

[@FinelyRevealed]

Free entertainment!

[@cloudcastle338]

Is there a way to keep the people you live with from finding out that you changed your name? I’m in an abusive situation that I am trying to get out of and I plan to change my name when I turn 18 but I don’t want my family finding out.

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @Star All court filings are public record unless they are sealed- but people have to go and find the filings to learn about them unless you tell them. Publication is usually required for these but again if the people do not know which paper - they won't likely learn.

[@cloudcastle338]

@@FinelyRevealed thank you so much for replying you’re super helpful!!!!

[@emilianodiaz641]

Does anyone know where you get a copy of your birth certificate?

[@cloudcastle338]

@@emilianodiaz641 I’m pretty sure you have to ask you parents for a copy or something I’m not sure sorry look it up :/

[@outoftime788]

@@emilianodiaz641 im guesin the hospital u wer born at

[@narrowpath2980]

Will my social security number change also ? thanks

[@FinelyRevealed]

No- you will send a copy of the order to change birth certificate, drivers license, ss# etc. Some clerks will do that- just ask the attorney or the court.

[@gamermoree9307]

Hi so I went through the court to change my name full name and now I’m having second thoughts and only want to change the last name today I just got done the judge said I’m good but do I have to go to the social security place to confirm the name change all the way? Cause of so could I just not do anything and still have my birth name

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI @Gamer Judgments can be modified or amended within certain time periods after they are entered- it requires a Motion to correct, modify or amend - each court uses a different name. To prevent future problems you should decide on the name and have this order show the name you want. If you wait too long you will hve to go through the whole thing again. Good luck!

[@yokoshozx]

What does that mean any order requested that do not appear above are denied on a court name change order for an adult?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Can you ask that in a different way?

[@tigressyessenia7574]

I would like to change my sons first name only he is 17 and agrees to the name change because he has been bullied since middle school on the name. He wants his name change before graduating so all documents are correct. I have full custody of my son and his father has not been involved since he was only 3 months old. He has paid child support only in the last 5 years but never any contact with my son due to family violence. My son wants to join military and feels like his name is not appropriate either for military in usa. I live in Texas and once again we are only concerned about changing first name and middle name only. Will court more likely allow me to change it or not since its not the last name? Please let me know I feel as if it in his best interest to have name changed

[@f.l.9079]

I realized the mistake in my citizenship certificate later and unfortunately my name and surname have changed places. We applied to the court to correct it and I have court in February. What should i do? I am very excited and i am afraid something will go wrong again .Can you help me please?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Take your information with you to court- it would be best to have an attorney represent you who you can meet with in advance so that you have everything you need.

[@Joyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy]

F.L , how did it go , would you able to change your name in court ? And after that did you apply for replacement of citizenship certificate ?

[@Ze_Pequen0]

Miss im gonna change my name soon, i was wondering how it would effect my debit card and ssn ?

[@FinelyRevealed]

The Court orders the name change- that goes to vital statistics and then you use a copy to change on all of your various things.

[@antnote3102]

Hi I have two last names but I want to drop my moms last name it’s on my drivers license and on my green card etc... how do I go about getting only one last name ?

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI @Anthony the process is the same- you provide the information on your current name and then provide the name you want to change into. Then the court order is used to change your documents. Please check with your immigration attorney to be sure that you cover any other matters that might apply. Good luck!

[@MsL1840]

Hi - very good info. I have a question though. My birth certificate has my first name spelled phonetically, (the way it sounds) but my real first name is spelled quite differently which is the way I have spelled it since as long as I can remember. (my parents are no longer alive) My SS#, current DL and any and all I.d.'s have my first name spelled correctly. I am married now, so my last name is different. I applied for the Real id, but was denied because my first name on the Birth Cert. does match all the other i.d.'s that it asks for in the real i.d. application. I am now trying to change my FIRST name only...with the CA court - myself, and on the application I can't tell what name(s) I am supposed to give for the questions that say: Petitioner..... and then Present name (is this my correct spelling of my first name with my married last name,) or ? is it the way it is listed on my birth certificate (incorrect first name and maiden name) and then for Proposed name: Do I list my full name as it is now,(correct spelling of first name and married last name? I hope you can clear this up for me.

[@leila1658]

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[@leila1658]

How do know if my real Lelia king

[@lunafernandez4539]

Where can I contact you I want to add my last name to my kids they only has the father last name Garcia and I want to add Hernandez its that possible García Hernandez

[@angeloalicia548]

Apologies, I have one more question. I am ONLY trying to "CHANGE" my name on my Social Security Card. All of my other documents are in the name that I want. I have filled out the SS5 form (social security form), reason for change, Affidavit signed and recorded in county clerks office and so on. And I have been denied and was told that I MUST go to court to change it back to my original name. Any info will be greatly appreciated!😁

[@FinelyRevealed]

You may need to ask for clarification from the SS office. If you have already changed your name then you are just asking for your card from them to be made to match. Perhaps they have misunderstood.

[@unknown-fy1fs]

I'm 18 and still live with my mom, is it possible to get the fee waived since I don't have any source of income? I'm still in high school.

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @Unknown - court fees and payment are upt to hte clerk fo the court so you have to ask them. Because there is a publication notice also required to be made that likely will not be waived but that is up to the publisher of the newspaper..

[@zahraaalmyahi1115]

IS IT POSSABLE TO CHANGE MY NAME IN THE COUNTRY THAT I WAS NOT BORN IN FOR EXAMPLE I WAS BORN IN AUSTRALIA BUT I HAVE BEEN LINING MY HOLE LIFE IN KOREA CAN I CHANGE MY NAME IN KOREA?

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI @Zahraa Check the rules where you live- if you are a citizen or otherwise eligible to get relief from the local courts and they allow for a change of name then you should be able to do it!

[@zahraaalmyahi1115]

hello can you please make a video on how i can change my name in iraq i was born here and i wanna know all the things that i need to know to change it also do i have to give out my parents info cause im a bit iffy about that part please film a vedio stateing everything i need to know

[@mforth8749]

How much are the fees if any or the publication?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @Venture The costs depend on the paper and how many issues the notice is required to be published. The factors on what they charge per notice is the size of the notice which is determined by the letters or word count. You can just call them and ask.

[@jasondillon2462]

I am in the process of trying to get my last name changed and I'm considering just doing it by mail. I have the application already filled out so can i just mail that in to the court with a money order to pay for it and that's it?

[@outoftime788]

wer would i get my birth certificate? because i hav no clu wer it is. do i contact the hospital i was born at?

[@xsimplynoahx6575]

another question- how old do you have to be to change your name?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @xSimplyNoahx 18 years old to do it on your own unless you are emancipated. Under 18 can be changed by a parent.

[@abufahad7480]

Hi, I changed one letter in my last name on Cermony Oath certificate. Now, how can change the same thing for my kids . And what is the requirements. I want to apply the N600 for citizenship but I don’t know how I mention or change thawing names first

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI @Abu This would be a question for those who handle the paperwork- you want to be consistent. Ask your immigration attorney. If we find an answer will supplement.

[@kendalldotson337]

Hi I want to change add the name Katherine in with my middle name can I do that?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @Kendall Generally you can use any name.

[@LeoThompson1122]

if I am 28 years old. Can i change my whole name including my last name in court alone and not have my parents there or their approval to change the last name?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Yes an entire name can be changed by an adult who is competent without any participation or consent by any other person.

[@sonofmercury8310]

Hello, I am a citizen now and want to change my name but someone is suing me in another country that I am also a citizen. Will that effect my court result ? Thank you

[@GarboDog]

1:45 It is not 100% but a possibility, just make it known and ensure all legal name changes will be forwarded to the current case.

[@FinelyRevealed]

It will depend on the local rules- they want to be sure you are not changing a name to hide from someone. The worst that could happen is that the name change may be delayed until any active cases are finished.

[@xsimplynoahx6575]

in New Jersey, do we have to say why we want to change it?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi xSimplyNoah There is not a rule that requires you to give a reason for why you want to change it or to explain the new name you are adopting. Your affidavit requires that you state whether you face criminal charges and if so you need to describe them. Then you state that you are not doing this to avoid any criminal charges or to avoid any debts or creditors or to defraud anyone.

[@xsimplynoahx6575]

@@FinelyRevealed okay. thank you

[@arianasalamanca5629]

Hello! I live in California. If we want to change our name as a family 5 members do I have to fill out only 1 packet/petition as a family or one petition per family member.

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI @Ariana That is a good question. The general rule is that parties who have a joint interest can bring an action together. As you are a family it would make sense to file it together- Depending on the rules where you live- could be "in re the change of names of the Jones family." Then set each person's request in a separate section or count. The worst that would happen is they say come back and do them separately.

[@arianasalamanca5629]

@@FinelyRevealed thank you for your rapid response.really appreciate it 🙏

[@danielledominguez5029]

How does it when change your name by gender

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @Danielle Gender has nothing to do with name change- any person in the US can have any name they wish. People who want to change an official record of gender can that on their birth certificate.

[@Poking-Smot]

is there a certain age you have to be to change your name

[@FinelyRevealed]

HI @Keigo In the US adults have access to the courts- so a person 18 and over (or emancipated person) can ask for relief. For people younger than 18 they need to act through a parent or guardian.

[@Poking-Smot]

@@FinelyRevealed okay thank you :)

[@yavri1866]

Is the process the same for minors? I want to be able to have a middle name

[@FinelyRevealed]

Yes it is the same - just need parent or guardian consent and help filing. I bet you choose a great name!

[@4-hfarm671]

Hi so I live in arkansas im 17 and will be turning 18 in April and I am going to be a realestate agent when I graduate and get my realestate license anyways I will be living in Texas once I get my realestate license and I would like to know if I need to change it legally in Texas or arkansas. does it matte what state? I know they ask a reasoning why i want to change it can u tell me if my reasoning is good enough my first name is my dads and I dont like the name and I go by my middle name hunter but I don't like that name either I don't hunt or fish so I want to change it to Grayson Noah or Andrew Grayson

[@FinelyRevealed]

You don't need a reason to change your name so no worries there. You would do this in the state where you are living. You can do it in Arkansas and then change your license etc and you will be all set when you move to Texas. Congrats on knowing what you want to do!

[@leila1658]

I agree

[@thomaskane4121]

Thank you

[@Mad-i134]

Does it matter if been divorced for over 6 years?

[@FinelyRevealed]

You mean to go back and amend the divorce decree? Not necessarily. Might be worth a try. Check the local rules on amendments to judgments.

[@judahisrael688]

minor name change help please

[@pastortop4597]

my 😱 jaw just dropped straight the the ground - wink

[@jjbuschpokemon6846]

Yeah i was just busy counting money and looking at this pic .........

[@cactus4773]

Your plant is dieing

[@m.s.biteth1164]

Why do I need my children for anything?

[@FinelyRevealed]

Hi @M.S. sorry you are hurting.

[@adarose2890]

Thank you