Get Petition To Change Name Of Minor Child - Hawaii State Judiciary

Completing the Petition To Change Name Of Minor Child for the Hawaii State Judiciary can seem daunting, but this guide will simplify the process. Follow the detailed steps to ensure that you fill out the form correctly and efficiently.

Follow the steps to successfully complete the petition form.

1. Press the ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in an editable format.
2. Fill in your name, address, and telephone number at the top of the form. Include your relationship to the minor child, selecting one of the options: mother, father, or guardian.
3. Provide the information regarding the minor child, including their name, address, date of birth, place of birth, sex, age, and last four digits of their Social Security number.
4. State the current name of the minor child and the proposed new name clearly in the designated sections.
5. Explain why the name change is in the best interest of the child in the provided area. This could include reasons such as the child has been using the proposed name for some time.
6. If applicable, provide the name and last known address of the non-consenting parent who has not granted permission for the name change.
7. Detail the efforts made to obtain consent from the non-consenting parent, including the sending of certified letters and the responses received, if any.
8. Conclude the petition with a request for the court to set a hearing date and for the child’s name to be officially changed as requested.
9. Include your signature as the Petitioner or Petitioner’s Attorney at the bottom of the form and date it.
10. After completing the petition, save your changes. You may then download, print, or share the form as needed.

Begin your document preparation process today by filling out the petition online.