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Change your legal name Once the judge decides, you pick up a court decree (court order) with your new name. The process generally takes up to 3 months.
If you are changing your name separate from a marriage or divorce, you will need to petition the court to change your name. This process can take up to three months after you submit your paperwork. You can complete your forms online or download them. You may also need to complete paperwork for your local court.
If you own and occupy your home as your principal place of residence on January 1, you may apply for an exemption of $7,000 off your assessed value for an annual savings of approximately $70 on your property taxes. New property owners will automatically receive an exemption application.
Failure to Appear You must report for jury service if you are qualified and you have not been excused or had your service postponed. Any person who fails to respond may be fined up to $1,500, incarcerated, or both. Carefully follow the instructions on the summons and contact the court if you need help.
You can legally change your name by filing papers in court. If a judge agrees, they will give you a court order that states your new legal name. You need this order to change your name on identity documents, like your driver's license, passport, or social security card.
You must inform the court that you are not able to serve. Requests to be excused must be in writing and submitted to the Office of the Jury Commissioner prior to the prospective juror's service date.
California Judicial Council Forms are pre approved pleadings for filing with the Court.
The probate process in California typically takes anywhere from 6 months to 12 months, depending on several factors. California state law states that probate should be complete within 1 year of the date of the appointment of an executor. If they file a federal estate tax, this extends to 18 months.