Get Decree Changing Name Of Minor (by Guardian)

This guide provides clear instructions on how to fill out the DECREE CHANGING NAME OF MINOR (BY GUARDIAN) online. By following these steps, guardians can ensure the correct submission of this important legal document for a minor's name change.

Follow the steps to complete your decree for a name change.

1. Click the ‘Get Form’ button to access the form and open it in your chosen online editor.
2. Fill in the section labeled 'ATTORNEY OR PARTY WITHOUT ATTORNEY' with your name and contact information. If you are not represented by an attorney, leave the 'STATE BAR NUMBER' and 'FIRM NAME' sections blank.
3. Provide the necessary details for the 'SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF' section, including the street address, mailing address, city, zip code, and branch name.
4. In the 'PETITION OF' section, enter the name of each petitioner requesting the name change for the minor.
5. Record the case number assigned to your petition in the 'CASE NUMBER' field.
6. Indicate whether the petition was considered at a hearing or without a hearing by checking the appropriate option.
7. In the 'THE COURT FINDS' section, affirm that all legal notices were provided and specify the present name of the minor whose name is being changed.
8. Fill in the name of the guardian who is filing the petition on behalf of the minor.
9. Indicate if the minor is likely to stay in the guardian's care until reaching the age of majority and whether they are required to register as a sex offender.
10. State whether there were any objections made regarding the name change and record any additional findings.
11. In the 'THE COURT ORDERS' section, provide the current name and the proposed new name for the minor.
12. Finally, review all the entered information for accuracy and completeness before saving, downloading, printing, or sharing the completed form.

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