How to Change a Child's Surname in Oklahoma
Changing a child's surname in Oklahoma is a relatively easy and inexpensive process. The parent, custodian or guardian of the child must file a Petition for Change of Name of Minor with the court in the county in which the child resides, and pay the filing fees.
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To complete the Petition for Change of Name of Minor, fill in the name of the county; the name of the court where the petition will be filed; the name(s) of the petitioner(s); the child's place of birth, birth date, birth name and permanent-residence address; the names of the child's father and mother and their places of residence; the reason for the request; the child's legal and creditor status; and any additional declarations. The petitioner(s) then must affirm the child's identity and the truth of the statements made in the petition.
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A child who is old enough to understand the procedure can also file a Consent to Change of Name of Minor form, which confirms the child's understanding of the purpose of the petition and gives her consent to it.
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You can find both these forms online at any number of legal-document vendors, either free or for a very nominal charge. Once you complete the forms, file them with the court and pay the filing fees (which usually are quite small), a judge will review the petition and decide if changing the child's name is in his best interest.
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If you're uncertain about which court should receive your petition, or need to find out what fees you'll incur in the process, call the county courthouse and talk to the clerk of the court. She will be able to answer any questions you may have and can also tell you what to expect when you go to court for the judge's hearing.
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