The Alaska Petition for Change of Name is a legal document used to request a change of name in the state of Alaska. This petition is used to change a person's name on their birth certificate, driver's license, and other government documents. There are two types of Alaska Petition for Change of Name: a minor's petition for change of name and an adult's petition for change of name. A minor's petition for change of name must be signed by both parents or guardians, and the minor must be present in court. An adult's petition for change of name must be signed by the individual who is requesting the name change. Both petitions must include the individual's current name, proposed new name, and a reason for the requested name change. The court may also require additional documents, such as documentation of identity and proof of publication of the name change in a newspaper. After the court reviews the petition, a hearing will be held to make a decision on the name change.