Get Fulton County Georgia Name Change Of Minor Help Form

Changing the name of a minor child in Fulton County, Georgia, involves a specific process designed to ensure that all legal requirements are met. This guide provides a clear and easy-to-follow step-by-step approach to help you fill out the necessary form online with confidence and clarity.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your name change form online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in the editor.
2. Fill out the Petition to Change Name of Minor Child(ren): Enter the current names of the minor children next to 'Children:'. Then, enter your name as 'Petitioner' and the other parent or guardian’s name as 'Respondent'. Do not fill in the 'Civil Action File No:' yet, as this will be assigned by the clerk when you file the petition.
3. Complete each paragraph in the petition: 1) Type your name; 2) Type the child(ren)'s names; 3) Check your relationship to the child(ren); 4) List current names and desired new names of the child(ren); 5) Provide reasons for the name change; 6) List both parents’ names and addresses; and 8) Check applicable boxes regarding court procedures.
4. Fill out the Verification form: Match the information with that provided in the Petition, sign it, and get it notarized.
5. Obtain and notarize a Consent form signed by both parents/guardians unless specific exceptions apply, and attach this form to the Petition.
6. Fill out the Notice of Petition to Change Name form: Enter the same details as in previous forms and include the dates of filing.
7. Make copies of all completed forms for each parent/guardian involved.
8. File the original forms with the court clerk, paying any required filing fees or filing a Poverty Affidavit if applicable.
9. Publish the Notice of Petition to Change Name in the Fulton County Daily Report for four weeks.
10. After thirty days, attend court to obtain your Final Decree. Bring all necessary documents and be prepared to explain your request to the judge.
11. File the Final Decree with the clerk's office and request a certified copy.
12. If desired, provide a certified copy of the Decree to change the child's birth certificates at the Department of Vital Records.

Take the first step towards completing your name change process online today!