West Virginia Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family
About this form package
The West Virginia Name Change Instructions and Forms Package for a Family is designed to facilitate a legal name change for family members residing in West Virginia. This package contains detailed instructions, essential forms, and state-specific information to ensure compliance with local laws. Unlike generic name change forms, this package is tailored to meet the requirements specific to West Virginia, making the process smoother and more straightforward for users.
Forms included in this package
Situations where these forms applies
This package is ideal for families in West Virginia looking to change their names for various reasons, such as marriage, divorce, adoption, or personal preference. It is applicable when:
- At least one family member wishes to legally change their name.
- You have a valid reason for the name change and are not doing so to evade debts or defraud creditors.
- You reside in the county where the name change petition will be filed.
Who can use this document
- Families residing in West Virginia who wish to change their names.
- Individuals who can provide a reasonable cause for their name change request.
- Anyone seeking to ensure their name change complies with state laws and requirements.
How to complete these forms
- Review the included instructions and ensure that you understand the process.
- Fill out the necessary forms, using complete names and double-checking for spelling accuracy.
- Contact the local court clerk to obtain a hearing date before submitting any documents.
- File the completed Petition and Affidavit in the Circuit Court along with the required fee.
- Attend the scheduled hearing and present your case for the name change.
- If approved, file a certified copy of the Order with the local Clerk's office, then notify relevant agencies of the name change.
Notarization guidance for this package
Notarization is required for one or more forms in this package. US Legal Forms provides secure online notarization powered by Notarize, allowing you to complete the process through a verified video call.
Common mistakes
- Failing to use complete names, including middle names, on forms.
- Missing the required hearing notice publication deadline.
- Not obtaining a certified copy of the Order after approval.
- Submitting forms without notarization when required by local law.
Advantages of online completion
- Convenience of downloading forms and instructions at any time.
- Editability of forms allows for easy customization to fit your family's specific needs.
- Reliable access to state-specific legal guidelines ensures compliance with West Virginia law.
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FAQ
The parents or legal guardians of the child must file a Petition for Change of Name with the court. The court must then sign an order granting the new name.
To make your WV DMV name change after marriage, you'll need to provide proof of your name change (the marriage certificate or court order). If you don't have your name change document, the DMV will accept a passport and a Social Security card, if they both have the new name on them.
Visit your local DMV and bring proof of your name change, proof of your identity, proof of address (2 documents), and proof of your Social Security number. The clerk will ask for the appropriate fee, which is currently $7.50.
Note: In California, you generally have the legal right to change your name simply by using a new name in all aspects of your life, also known as the "usage method." BUT, with few exceptions, government agencies require a court order as official proof of a name change so getting a court order is the best way to make
To honour or recognise another person, for example a family member or ancestor. to restore a family surname that has been changed in the past. as part of a change of gender. because you dislike your current name.
Visit your local DMV and bring proof of your name change, proof of your identity, proof of address (2 documents), and proof of your Social Security number. The clerk will ask for the appropriate fee, which is currently $7.50.
Generally, you will not be able to change your child's surname without the permission of the other parent if: the other parent is listed on the Child's Birth Certificate, and.
In most states, men and women can legally change their last name to their new spouse's surname, hyphenate their two surnames, or create a new amalgamation of their surnames (like when actors Alexa Vega and Carlos Pena got married in 2014, and changed both of their last names to PenaVega).
If you have sole parental responsibility, you will be able to change your child's name without anyone else's consent or a Court approval. You will still need to seek legal advice from a solicitor to make a formal deed to change their name.
