West Virginia Order for Name Change
What this document covers
The Order for Name Change is a legal document that finalizes your request to change your name. This form serves as the official declaration of the name change, which becomes effective once it is signed by a judge and filed with the court. Unlike other forms related to name changes, this one specifically addresses the courtâs approval and formalization of your new name.
Key parts of this document
- Date of submission: The exact day the form is completed.
- Signature of the judge: Attests to the court's approval of the name change.
- Effective date: Indicates when the name change officially takes effect.
When this form is needed
You should use the Order for Name Change when you have completed the legal process of requesting a name change through the court. It is necessary to file this form after receiving a favorable ruling from the judge, making it crucial for finalizing your new name on legal documents and identification.
Intended users of this form
- Individuals seeking to legally change their name.
- Those who have received court approval for a name change.
- People required to update legal identity documents with their new name.
How to complete this form
- Enter the date in the designated section.
- Ensure all details regarding the name change are accurate and complete.
- Submit this form to the court for the judgeâs signature.
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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.
To obtain a legal name change in West Virginia, an applicant must submit a petition to the court. At least ten days before the hearing, the applicant must publish notice of the hearing time and place in a Class I legal advertisement. A certified copy of the order will be filed in the county clerk's office.
In most states, you have to pay a fee (usually $150 to $200) to file your name change petition in court. It also costs a small amount of money to get forms notarized. And if you're getting married, you may want to pay for additional certified copies of your marriage certificate to use as proof of your new last 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.
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.
You must file a Petition for Change of Name with the court. The court must then sign an order granting you a new name. To allow a person to change their name, the court has certain requirements that must be met to make sure that the name change is not being done to avoid legal trouble.
Get Your Marriage License and Certified Copies. Update Your Social Security Card. Get a New Driver's License. Get a New Passport and Travel Documents. Change the Name on Your Bank Accounts. Change the Name on Your Credit Cards. Provide Your New Name and Banking Information to Your Employer.
When you file your name change forms, you'll have to pay the California state filing fee. The California name change cost is $435.
The original Petition for Change (after having Notary Certify the document); The Order; A filing fee of $32 (subject to change) will be required by the clerk. Personal checks or money orders should be made out according to the Clerk's recommendations.
