Get Form Cafc402 Petition For Change Of Name

This guide provides comprehensive instructions for completing the Form CAFC402 Petition for Change of Name online, specifically for a minor child. By following the steps outlined, users can ensure that they fill out the necessary information accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to fill out the Form CAFC402 online:

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to access the petition form and open it in your preferred online editing tool.
2. Begin by entering your full legal name in the designated fields. Remember, you will be referred to as the 'Next Friend' in this case.
3. Provide your mailing address, including street, city, state, and zip code. Ensure that you include your telephone number and email address for further communication.
4. Indicate whether the other parent has signed the CAFC411 'Consent to Minor Child’s Change of Name'. If they have not, notice of hearings will need to be sent to them.
5. Fill in the other parent's full legal name and mailing address, including the street, city, state, zip code, telephone number, and email.
6. Proceed to complete the child's full legal name, which is required as they are the 'Petitioner' in this case.
7. State the new name the child wishes to adopt, providing the first, middle, and last names as required.
8. Indicate if this is the original petition or a subsequent one by selecting the appropriate option.
9. Provide the child's mailing address, ensuring you include all necessary contact information.
10. State the mother's full maiden name and the father's full name as required in the corresponding fields.
11. Enter the child's birth date in the format (mm/dd/yyyy) and the city and state of birth.
12. Confirm that the change of name would not be detrimental to any other person.
13. Complete the child's residence information, including the country, state and county they reside in.
14. Indicate whether the child's name has been changed previously and provide details if applicable.
15. Check any boxes that apply regarding the child's status as a victim of crime or abuse.
16. Explain why the child wishes to change their name in the designated space.
17. Disclose any unsatisfied money judgments against the child or indicate none exist.
18. State whether there are pending cases against the child requesting money.
19. In the request for relief section, clearly outline the desired name change.
20. Sign and date the petition in front of a Notary Public. If an attorney assisted, have them complete their information only in that case.
21. After completing the form, you can save changes, download, print, or share the document as needed.

Start filling out the Form CAFC402 online today to initiate the change of name process.