How do I change or correct a childs first or middle name on a Michigan birth record?
There are different documentation requirements which are determined by the age of the child. The necessary documentation for all the following situations are listed below: SPELLING ERROR for a child under the age of six (6): NOTE: One parent named on the birth record can sign the application. 1.Completed application to change a Michigan birth record. No documentation needed. SPELLING ERROR for a person over the age of six (6): NOTE: One parent named on the record can sign the application or if over eighteen the applicant may sign. 1. Completed application to change a Michigan Birth Record. 2. One document dated at least five (5) years prior to the date of application indicating the correct spelling of the given name. NAME CHANGE THAT IS NOT A SPELLING ERROR: NOTE: The parent(s) named on the birth record must sign the application. IF CHILD IS UNDER THE AGE OF ONE (1): 1. Completed application to change a Michigan birth record. No documentation needed. IF CHILD IS AGE 1-5: 1. A completed
