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Filling out the VERIFIED PETITION for a child's name change can seem daunting, but this guide will provide clear and concise instructions to help you navigate through the process. Whether you are experienced with legal documents or this is your first time, you will find the necessary steps and information to complete the form online.

Follow the steps to complete your online petition successfully.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it for editing.
2. Begin by entering the name of the county where you are filing the petition at the top of the form. Make sure to fill in the necessary judicial circuit information and the file number uniquely assigned to your case.
3. Provide the minor child’s birth certificate name and the proposed new name clearly in the designated fields.
4. Answer the questions regarding your full name as the petitioner, the child's name as it appears on the birth certificate, and the child's date of birth. Specify the child’s gender by selecting either male or female.
5. Fill in the location where the child was born, including the county and state. Following this, state your relationship to the minor child in the provided space.
6. List your current residential address, including the county and state where you reside.
7. Indicate how long you have resided in the county mentioned and the child's current address as well, including their duration of residence.
8. Provide detailed information about the child’s parents or guardians, filling in the names and last known addresses accordingly. Leave this blank if not applicable.
9. Answer questions about prior custody proceedings and provide relevant details if applicable. You must also mention if anyone other than the child's parents has ever had legal custody.
10. Complete sections about both parents' names, birth dates, and where they were born. Pay attention to provide all information required accurately.
11. Clearly state the reason for the requested name change, ensuring you include any circumstances that apply, including a check box if the change is related to human trafficking.
12. In the petition's closing section, complete your signature, printed name, address, and contact information before submitting it.
13. Finally, verify the petition's content and confirm the facts are true by signing in the designated verification area. Ensure it is notarized if needed.

Complete your VERIFIED PETITION online today to ensure its smooth processing.