The name change petition can be filed in the County Court or Supreme Court of the county where you live. The forms for changing a name or sex designation in the Supreme Court or New York City Civil Court are included in the chart below.Your signature MUST be notarized unless a photocopy of the court document that authorizes the name change is provided with this request. Fill in the blank Quitclaim Deed form formatted to comply with all New York recording and content requirements. Name change applications are accepted via e-filing or on paper through the mail or physical drop box. Online Records Search is available in Franklin County. The public can access County Clerk Records from their home or office. Find account applications and maintenance forms for accounts and products. If you are changing your name due to marriage, divorce, legal name change, etc. You must fill out an application and return it the Board of Elections Office.