How Do You Change A Childs Name In Texas?
In the state of Texas, you can legally change your child’s name. If both parents are the legal guardians of the child, then they both have to agree on the name change before it can be legally done. Also, if a court has ordered that the child’s name be changed, it must be changed to what the judge decreed. In general, all you need are the proper forms and the right signatures for a child’s name to be changed in Texas. Discuss the issue of changing your child’s name with her other parent or legal guardian. In the state of Texas, both parents and any legal guardian all need to agree on the name change before it can legally take place. Locate a notary public. A notary public can be found in your bank or you can hire one privately. Fill out the “Original Joint Petition for Child Name Change” form, located in “Forms” in Resources below. Have the child sign the “Child’s Consent to Name Change” form if they are over 10 years old. The form is located in Resources below. Fill out the “Order to C
