The Maryland Motion for Restoration of Former Name Instructions is a process used by individuals who wish to revert to their former name. This process is available to those who are residents of the state of Maryland and are at least 18 years of age. The Motion for Restoration of Former Name Instructions involves filing a Petition with the Clerk of the Circuit Court in the county where the individual resides. The Petition must provide evidence that the individual has a legal name change, such as a marriage certificate, court order, or other certified document. The Petition must also include a list of all the names the individual has used in the past 10 years. The Petition must be signed by the individual and notarized. Once submitted, the Clerk will provide a copy of the Petition to the State’s Attorney of the county where the individual resides. The State’s Attorney will then review the Petition and determine whether to object or not. If the State’s Attorney objects, the Petition will be referred to the Circuit Court for a hearing. If the State’s Attorney does not object, the Petition can be granted without a hearing. The Clerk will then issue an Order of Restoration of Former Name that will allow the individual to revert to their former name. Types of Maryland Motion for Restoration of Former Name Instructions: 1. Petition 2. State’s Attorney Objection 3. Order of Restoration of Former Name.