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Applying For Change Of Legal Name In Arizona

In Arizona, applying to change your legal name normally involves a few steps. While it’s always best to check with an attorney or legal adviser to ensure you’re up to date on the latest regulations, here’s an outline of how you’d go about it:

Determine Eligibility

  • Be at least 18 years old to change your legal name in Arizona.
  • Minors can have their names changed through a parent or legal guardian, who can file a petition on their behalf.

Complete a Name Change Petition

The first step is to fill out a “Petition for Change of Name” form. You must write your current name, the new name you desire, reasons for the change, and other important details.

File the Petition

File the petition with the Superior Court within your jurisdiction. Prepare to pay a filing fee. Check with your local Superior Court for the current fee amount.

Publication

Some will be required to publish a notice of your change of legal name in a local newspaper for three consecutive weeks. Here are only two of the circumstances when this step can be waived:

  • The petitioner is a minor, or
  • The petitioner’s safety should be protected

Attend a Hearing for your Name Change

The court may schedule a hearing for changing your name after filing the petition and publishing the notice. Prepare to state your reasons for changing your legal name before the judge. The judge will release a court order officially changing your name once your petition is granted.

Update Your Personal Records

After the receipt of the court order, the next step is to update your name on all your personal records, which includes:

  • Social Security card
  • Driver’s license and vehicle registration
  • Passport
  • Bank accounts
  • Employment records
  • Insurance, medical, and school records

Remember Other Legal Documents

You must update any other legal documents, such as wills, power of attorney, or living trusts, too.

Following each step diligently ensures that you’ve legally and officially changed your name and that all records reflect your new identity. Check with the Arizona Superior Court or an attorney to confirm the current requirements.

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