Get Form A- Name Change Of Individual Instructions For Change Of Name Please Read The Instructions For

Filling out the Form A for a name change may seem daunting, but with clear guidance, you can navigate the process with ease. This comprehensive guide offers step-by-step instructions to ensure your application is filled out correctly and submitted efficiently.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your name change application.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in your preferred document editor.
2. Begin by typing your full legal name as it appears on your birth certificate in the designated section of the form.
3. Include a pronoun, either 'his' or 'her', in the form where indicated.
4. Fill in both of your parents' names as they appear on your birth certificate. If your father's name is not present, write 'unknown'.
5. Provide the name noted on your birth certificate or certificate of naturalization.
6. List all additional names you have used, including former names and any changes resulting from marriage or divorce.
7. Enter your current street address, or a P.O. Box if necessary, along with a description of your residence's general location if applicable.
8. Indicate if you have been convicted of a felony or sexual offense. Provide all necessary details if applicable.
9. Type your new name exactly as you would like it spelled post-change.
10. Re-enter your full legal name and your new name as you wish it to be legally recognized. Date the petition accordingly.
11. Sign the petition using black ink in the same name entered in the heading. Avoid using initials or nicknames.
12. Complete the notarization section, ensuring your name matches exactly with how it appears in the heading.
13. Submit the NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME. Type in required personal details similarly as outlined in the Petition section.
14. After approval, take the NOTICE to a newspaper agency for publication, ensuring this is completed within the required timeframe.
15. Finally, return all completed documents, along with your filing fee and any additional required copies, to the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
16. Once you receive your Order from the Lieutenant Governor, ensure to file a copy with the Bureau of Conveyances within the specified time.

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