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How does one legally change their last name in the state of California?
I want to change my last name for personal reasons; I live in California. It doesn't have anything to do with trying to be fraudulent or have anything to do with being married- I'm not married. Is there a specific website with forms I have to fill out or do I have to physically go to some department and inquire that way?
Thanks for any suggestions!
I really don't need an English lesson from some answer on Yahoo. If I was curious as to if I stated my question properly I would have posted it in the correct section.
4 Answers
- KarenLLv 61 decade agoFavorite Answer
Wow, this was hard to find : Not! Form NC100 should do the trick.
- 5 years ago
Because you are a minor your parents would have to petition PROBATE court for a legal name change for you. Otherwise you must wait until you are 18. Call your county probate court and ask about the costs - I'm guessing it's well over $200. Once the legal name change takes place you will be issued a certified copy of the legal name change. You will need to show that document to whomever or whatever needs to see it to change your name on their records.
- Bubbles McGeeLv 41 decade ago
How does one (singular) legally change their (plural) last name in the state of California?
It's "change HIS name hun.
Answer: Go to your local courthouse and ask.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
You have to find a lawyer, pay them big money and go to court to explain why you want it changed and just maybe it will get done.