Mississippi Order of Name Change
What this document covers
The Order of Name Change is a legal document that finalizes a request to change a person's name. It serves as the official statement of the court's approval once it is signed by the judge and filed with the court. This form is specifically designed for individuals seeking to change their own name or the name of their minor children, making it distinct from similar forms that do not provide judicial approval.
Key parts of this document
- Petitioner's information, including current name and address.
- Declaration of jurisdiction, confirming the court's authority over the matter.
- Details regarding the minors involved, if applicable, including their names and current addresses.
- Requested name changes for the petitioners and any minor children.
- Signature area for the judge to finalize the order.
When to use this document
This form should be used when a petitioner wishes to formally change their name or the name of their minor child in court. Common scenarios for utilizing this form include marriage, divorce, personal preference, or other significant life changes where a name change is desired.
Who this form is for
- Individuals looking to change their own legal name.
- Parents or guardians seeking to change the name of their minor children.
- Residents of Mississippi who meet the criteria for petitioning a name change.
How to prepare this document
- Identify all petitioners and enter their current names and addresses in the designated fields.
- Specify the names and addresses of any minor children involved.
- Clearly state the desired new names for the petitioners and minor children in the appropriate area.
- Sign and date the form in the designated sections.
- Submit the completed form to the appropriate court for judicial approval.
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Common mistakes
- Failing to provide accurate names and addresses for all parties involved.
- Not specifying all requested name changes clearly.
- Omitting signatures or dates where required.
- Submitting the form without verifying jurisdiction requirements.
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Key takeaways
- The Order of Name Change is essential for legally altering your name or your childâs name.
- Completion of this form requires attention to detail regarding personal information and requested changes.
- This form is specific to Mississippi law, so ensure proper jurisdictional adherence.
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You'll need to print and fill out Form SS-5, which is the official application for a Social Security card. Then, mail or hand-deliver the form to a nearby SSA office. You'll need to include: Your legal name change document (your marriage certificate or court order)
Petition to change your name by filling out a name change form, an order to show cause for legally changing your name, and a decree to legally change your name. Take these forms to the court clerk and file them along with your state's required filing fees.
Mississippi, like most states, permits marrying couples to change their name when applying for a marriage license. Simply fill out the application form with the new name, noting a former name, and submit it along with all other required information to the clerk of the county circuit court's office.
Social Security Administration. Department of Motor Vehicles. Passport Office. Post Office. IRS. Voter Registration. Banks and other financial institutions. Credit Card companies (or issuers)
You probably expect to need to update your Social Security information and your credit cards, but there are plenty of other people who need to know about your new name as well. "A name change can have an impact on your taxes. All the names on your tax return must match Social Security Administration records.
