Nebraska Decree for Name Change of a Minor is a court-ordered process that allows a minor to legally change their first, middle, or last name in the state of Nebraska. This process is typically initiated by the parents of the minor, although an adult may also apply for a name change for their minor child. In order to obtain a Nebraska Decree for Name Change of a Minor, the parent or adult must file a petition with the relevant county court, as well as a notice of the name change request. There are two main types of Nebraska Decree for Name Change of a Minor: a minor name change by consent and a minor name change by order of the court. With a minor name change by consent, the minor’s parents must both agree to the name change and sign the relevant paperwork. With a minor name change by order of the court, the court must determine that the name change is in the best interests of the minor. The court may also request additional information or require the parents to attend a hearing before granting the name change. Upon approval, the Nebraska Decree for Name Change of a Minor will be issued and the minor’s name will be legally changed.