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Steps for Changing the Name of an Adult in Texas
Pasos para cambiar el nombre de un adulto en Texas
(Note: Changing the name of a child is a different process.)
(Nota: Para cambiar el nombre de un menor hay que seguir otro procedimiento.) Paso 1. Lea la ley.
Step 1. Read the Law. Read the Texas name change law in sections 45.101 to 45.106 in the Texas Family Code. You can find the law in a law library or online at http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/FA/htm/FA.4 5.htm#45.106
Lea la ley de cambio de nombre en Texas consultando las secciones 45.101 a 45.106 del Código de Familia de Texas (Texas Family Code). Puede encontrar el Código de Familia en una biblioteca legal o en línea visitando http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/FA/htm/FA.45. htm#45.106
Step 2. Get these two forms.
Paso 2. Obtenga estos dos formularios.
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Original Petition for Change of Name of an Adult. This is the form you complete to ask the court for a name change. It must be signed in front of a notary. Order Granting Change of Name of an Adult. This is the form the judge signs to approve the name change.
Petición original para cambiar el nombre de un adulto (Original Petition for Change of Name of an Adult). Tiene que llenar este formulario para solicitar a la corte que le cambie su nombre. Tiene que firmarlo en presencia de un notario público. 2. Orden para otorgar el cambio de nombre de un adulto (Order Granting Change of Name of an Adult). Éste es el formulario que el juez firmará para aprobar el cambio de nombre.
Step 3. Fill out both forms EXCEPT FOR THE SIGNATURES.
Paso 3. Llene ambos formularios, PERO NO LOS FIRME.
a. After you fill out the Petition (except for the signature), go to step 4. b.Fill out the Order so that it will be ready for the judge’s signature.
a.Después de llenar la Petición (sin firmarla), vaya al paso 4. b. Llene la Orden para que esté lista cuando el juez la vaya a firmar. c. Al llenar tanto la Petición como la Orden use su nombre actual tal como aparece en este momento en su acta de nacimiento o tarjeta del Seguro Social.
c. When filling out both the Petition and the Order, use your current name is as it appears now on your birth certificate or your social security card. Step 4. Sign the Petition in front of a notary. DO NOT SIGN THE ORDER.
Paso 4. Firme la petición en presencia de un notario público. NO FIRME LA ORDEN.
Once you have signed the Petition in front of a Notary Public, it becomes a “Verified Petition.” A Verified Petition is the same as a “notarized Petition.” Notaries usually charge a few dollars to notarize a Petition.
Una vez que haya firmado la Petición en presencia de un notario público, se convertirá en una “Petición verificada”. Una Petición verificada es los mismo que una “Petición notarizada”. Los notarios en general cobran unos pocos dólares para notarizar una Petición.
[In Travis County, a notary is stationed on the first floor of the courthouse and the charge is three dollars.]
[En el condado de Travis puede encontrar a un notario en el primer piso del edificio de la corte, y le cobrará tres dólares.]
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Step 5. Have your fingerprints taken and staple the finger print card to your Verified Petition. Check with local law enforcement to learn where you can have your fingerprints taken so you may file the fingerprint card with the court. Have your fingerprints taken and staple the finger print card to your Verified Petition. [In Travis County, you can have your fingerprints taken at Passport Express at 1107 Rio Grande, Austin, Texas 78701. There is a charge for the fingerprint service. http://abcpassport.com]
Paso 5. Tómese las impresiones digitales y abroche la tarjeta con sus impresiones digitales a su Petición verificada. Consulte con su agencia local de cumplimiento de la ley para saber dónde tomarse las impresiones digitales para poder presentar su tarjeta de impresiones digitales ante la corte. Tómese las impresiones digitales y abroche la tarjeta con sus impresiones digitales a su Petición verificada. [En el condado de Travis puede tomarse las impresiones digitales en 1107 Rio Grande, Austin, Texas 78701. Le cobrarán. http://abcpassport.com]
Step 6. Make copies of your paperwork.
Paso 6. Saque fotocopias de sus documentos.
It is always a good idea to make a copy of anything you file in case the originals are misplaced or lost by the Court. You will want to make a copy of the Petition, including the attached fingerprint card, and bring the copy with you as you follow the next steps.
Siempre conviene tener copias de todos los documentos que presente ante la corte en caso que los originales se traspapelen o se pierdan en la corte. Le conviene hacer una copia de la Petición, junto con la tarjeta de impresiones digitales, y tenerla consigo al seguir los próximos pasos.
Step 7. File the Petition and Fingerprint Card in the county where you live. File the original signed and notarized Petition and the fingerprint card with the Clerk’s Office in the county where you live. Pay the filing fee (expect the filing fee to cost around $200). Have the clerk file-stamp your copy and save it with your original Order. [In Travis County, the District Clerk’s Office is located in the civil courthouse.]
Paso 7. Presente la Petición junto con la tarjeta de impresiones digitales en el condado donde vive. Presente la Petición original, firmado y notarizado, junto con la tarjeta de impresiones digitales en la Oficina del secretario de la corte del condado donde vive. Pague la cuota de presentación (aproximadamente $200). Pídale al secretario que le selle su copia y guárdela junto con el Orden original. [En el condado de Travis, la Oficina del secretario de la corte del distrito se encuentra en el edificio de la corte civil.]
Step 8. Go to court.
Paso 8. Vaya a la corte.
At the county courthouse, ask at the Clerk’s Office when and where you need to go to court so that the judge may sign the order approving your name change. In some counties, you may need to pick up your file at the Clerk’s Office and take it to court with you.
Pregunte en la Oficina del secretario de la corte del condado cuándo y dónde ir para que el juez firme la Orden aprobando su cambio de nombre. En algunos condados es posible que tenga que recoger el expediente en la Oficina del secretario y llevarlo a la corte consigo.
[In Travis County, you do not need to pick up your file from the District Clerk’s Office. You go to the “Uncontested Docket” court.
[En el condado de Travis no tendrá que recoger el expediente en la Oficina del secretario del distrito. Tiene que ir a la corte de “expedientes sin oposición” (“Uncontested Docket” court). Esta corte atiende de lunes a viernes por la mañana de 8:30 a 9:20 y por la tarde de 1:30 a 2:20. La ubicación de la corte de expedientes sin oposición cambia diariamente, así que tiene que fijarse en los carteles para ver dónde tiene que dirigirse.]
This court is held Monday through Friday, in the morning from 8:30 to 9:20 and in the afternoon from 1:30 to 2:20. The location for Uncontested Docket changes daily, so look for the signs telling you where it will be held.]
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Step 9. In court, wait for your cause number to be called.
Paso 9. Una vez en la corte, espere a que se llame su número de caso.
When you enter the courtroom, check in with the Court clerk (usually seated next to the judge’s bench). When called, approach the judge’s bench. If you are sworn in, the judge may ask you questions. Be prepared to answer the judge’s questions truthfully and briefly. Address the judge as “Your Honor.” You may also tell the judge that the Petition is “verified” so that you may not have to give testimony.
Cuando entre a la sala de la corte, vaya primero al secretario de la corte (en general está sentado junto al juez). Cuando lo llamen, acérquese al estrado del juez. Si le piden prestar juramento, el juez le podrá hacer preguntas. Esté listo para contestar las preguntas del juez de manera honesta y breve. Diríjase al juez como Su señoría, o sea “Your Honor”. También le puede decir al juez que su Petición está “verificada” para no tener que prestar testimonio.
Step 10. The judge will or will not sign the Order.
Paso 10. El juez firmará o no la Orden.
If the judge does not sign the Order, your name will not change. If the judge does sign the order, move on to the next step.
Si el juez no firma su Orden, su nombre no cambiará. Si el juez firma la Orden, vaya al paso siguiente.
Step 11. File the signed Order in the District Clerk’s Office and request your Change of Name Certificate.
Paso 11. Presente la Orden firmada al secretario de la corte del distrito y solicite su Certificado de cambio de nombre (Change of Name Certificate).
The change of name certificate serves as proof that the person named in the certificate has been granted a name change. A certified copy of the court order will also serve as proof of the name change.
El certificado de cambio de nombre le servirá de comprobante que se otorgó el cambio de nombre a la persona nombrada en el certificado. O una copia certificada de la Orden le puede servir de comprobante de su cambio de nombre.
[In Travis County, a Change of Name Certificate costs $10.]
Step 12. The Clerk’s Office stamps the Order signed by the judge. Your name has now been changed. You may also request a certified copy of the signed and stamped Order. Pay the fee for the certified copy. Certified copies are sometimes needed to prove that the Court approved your name change.
Step 13. Notify the various agencies of your name change. In Texas, it is your responsibility to notify Social Security and other agencies that your name has changed. Agencies you might want to notify, include: For birth certificate, Department of State Health Services, http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/vs/reqproc/certified_copy.shtm, (888)963-7111 For Texas driver’s license, Texas Department of Public Safety http://www.txdps.state.tx.us , (512)424-2600 For Social Security Card, Social Security Administration http://www.socialsecurity.gov/
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[En el condado de Travis, el Certificado de cambio de nombre cuesta $10.]
Paso 12. En la Oficina del secretario le sellarán la Orden firmada por el juez. Su nombre ha cambiado. Puede solicitar una copia certificada de la Orden firmada y sellada. Pague la cuota necesaria para obtener la copia certificada. A veces se necesitan copias certificadas para probar que la corte aprobó su cambio de nombre.
Paso 13. Notifique su cambio de nombre a las agencias correspondientes. En Texas usted tiene la responsabilidad de notificar al Seguro Social y otras agencias que su nombre cambió. Puede notificar su cambio de nombre a las siguientes agencias, entre otras: Para obtener un certificado de nacimiento, Departamento de Servicios de Salud del Estado (Department of State Health Services), 888-963-7111, http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/vs/reqproc/certified_copy.shtm Para obtener una licencia de manejar de Texas, Departamento de Seguridad Pública de Texas www.txdps.state.tx.us/, (512) 424-2600 Para obtener una tarjeta del Seguro Social, Administración del Seguro Social (Social Security Administration) www.socialsecurity.gov/
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Changing the Name of an Adult in Texas FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Cómo cambiar el nombre de un adulto en Texas PREGUNTAS FRECUENTES
Do I have to have an attorney to get my name changed? Though it is always best to get the help of an attorney in any legal matter, many adults change their names without an attorney.
¿Necesito un abogado para poder cambiar mi nombre? Si bien siempre es mejor contar con la ayuda de un abogado en cualquier tema legal, muchos adultos cambian su nombre sin un abogado.
Are there any legal requirements for changing my name? You must be at least 18 years old and live in the county you file your Petition in. Your name will not be legally changed until a judge signs your Order for Change of Name of Adult.
¿Hay algún requisito legal para poder cambiar mi nombre? Tiene que tener por lo menos 18 años de edad y vivir en el condado donde presente su Petición. Su nombre no cambiará legalmente hasta que un juez firme su Orden para cambiar el nombre de un adulto (Order for Change of Name of Adult).
A court order to change your name simply changes your name. It does not take away any legal rights or responsibilities or debts you had under your original name. It does not grant any new rights, either. Changing your name will NOT allow you to escape civil or criminal responsibility or your creditors. Even if the judge changes your name, you will still be held responsible for any debts you have under your original name.
La orden de la corte para cambiar de nombre simplemente cambia su nombre. No le quita ningún derecho o responsabilidad legal, ni deudas que tenía bajo su nombre original. Tampoco le otorga ningún derecho nuevo. El cambio de nombre NO le permitirá deshacerse de su responsabilidad civil o penal, o de sus acreedores. Aunque el juez apruebe su cambio de nombre, seguirá siendo responsable por cualquier deuda que tenga bajo su nombre original.
How much does it cost to change my name? It may cost a little over $230. The filing fee is about $230 in most counties. After your name is changed, there may be a $10 fee for the Change of Name Certificate and an additional charge for a certified copy of the Order. There may also be a small charge for notary services.
¿Cuánto cuesta cambiar mi nombre? Le costará un poco más de $230. En la mayoría de los condados la cuota de presentación cuesta alrededor de $230. Después de haber cambiado de nombre le podrán cobrar $10 para obtener un Certificado de cambio de nombre (Change of Name Certificate) y cargos adicionales por una copia certificada de la Orden. También puede haber otros cargos pequeños por servicios notariales.
I just want to correct a mistake on my birth certificate; do I need to go through the change of name process? If you want to correct the spelling of your last name on your birth certificate, you do need to go through the name change process. If you want to correct a mistake that does not involve your last name, you may not need a court order. Contact the Texas Bureau of Vital Statistics (the agency responsible for maintaining Texas birth records) to learn if it is possible for you to amend the birth certificate without a court order.
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Sólo quiero corregir un error en mi acta de nacimiento. ¿Tengo que realizar todo el procedimiento de cambio de nombre? Si quiere corregir faltas de ortografía en el apellido que aparece en su acta de nacimiento, tiene que realizar el procedimiento de cambio de nombre. Si quiere corregir un error que no involucre su apellido, es posible que no necesite una orden de la corte. Póngase en contacto con la Agencia de Estadísticas Vitales de Texas (Texas Bureau of Vital Statistics, la agencia responsable por mantener el registro de los actas de nacimiento) para averiguar si es posible corregir su acta de nacimiento sin una orden de la corte.
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I recently got a divorce. Will my name automatically change back to my maiden name? Your name will revert to your maiden name only if it was specified in your divorce decree. If not, you will need a court order to change your last name back to your maiden name.
Me divorcié recientemente. ¿Mi nombre cambiará automáticamente a mi nombre de soltera? Su apellido volverá a ser el de soltera solamente si lo especifica el decreto de divorcio. Si no, necesitará una orden de la corte para volver a usar su apellido de soltera.
Will my child’s name automatically change when I change my name? No. Changing a child’s name is a different process and requires different forms.
¿Cambiará automáticamente el nombre de mi hijo si me cambio de nombre? No. Para cambiar el nombre de un menor hay que seguir un proceso diferente y necesita otros formularios.
Do I have to go to court to get my name changed? Yes, changing your name usually requires a court order. EXCEPTION: If you just got married, you can use your marriage license to change your surname to your spouse’s surname, if you wish.
¿Para poder cambiar mi nombre tengo que ir a la corte? Sí. En general para cambiar su nombre tiene que ir a la corte. EXCEPCIÓN: Si recién se casó, puede usar su licencia de matrimonio para cambiar su apellido por el apellido de su cónyuge, si así lo desea.
Do I have to submit a set of my fingerprints with my petition? Yes. Beginning September 1, 2003, you are required to submit a set of your fingerprints on a fingerprint card with your petition. The statute regarding fingerprints can be found at Texas Family Code, Section 45.102(a)6.
¿Tengo que presentar mis impresiones digitales junto con mi petición? Sí. A partir del 1º de septiembre de 2003 está obligado a presentar sus impresiones digitales en una tarjeta para ese fin junto con su Petición. La ley que obliga a presentar impresiones digitales se encuentra en la sección 45.102(a)6 del Código de Familia de Texas (Texas Family Code).
I was convicted of a crime; can I still change my name? There are special requirements if you were convicted of a felony. You can read the requirements in the Texas Family Code (section 45.103) in a law library or on the Internet at http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/FA/htm/FA.45.ht m#45.103 As of September 1, 2003, convicted sex offenders have additional requirements, also in Texas Family Code section 45.103.
Si fui condenado por un delito penal, ¿puedo cambiar mi nombre? Si fue condenado de un delito mayor, existen requisitos especiales. Puede leer estos requisitos en la sección 45.103 del Código de Familia de Texas, que puede obtener en una biblioteca legal o visitando http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/Docs/FA/htm/FA.45.h tm#45.103 A partir del 1º de septiembre de 2003, los infractores sexuales condenados tienen que cumplir con requisitos adicionales, que se pueden consultar también en la sección 45.103 del Código de Familia de Texas.
When a Registered Sex Offender files a petition to have a name change, he/she must file with the petition a proof of notification to the local law enforcement office where the offender is registered. The petitioner fills out and files a Sex Offender Update form and attaches a copy of it to the petition. To obtain the Sex Offender Update form, contact local law enforcement. When a Registered Sex Offender files a petition to have a name change, he/she must file with the petition a proof of notification to the local law enforcement office where the offender is registered. The petitioner fills out and files a Sex Offender Update form and attaches a copy of it to the petition. To obtain the Sex Offender
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Cuando un Infractor Sexual Inscrito (Registered Sex Offender) presenta una Petición de cambio de nombre, tiene que presentar al mismo tiempo una prueba de notificación a la agencia local de cumplimiento de la ley (proof of notification to the local law enforcement office) donde el infractor se inscribió. El peticionario tiene que llenar y presentar un formulario de Actualización de infractor sexual (Sex Offender Update) y adjuntar una copia a su Petición. Para obtener el formulario de Actualización de infractor sexual, póngase en contacto con su agencia local de cumplimiento de la ley. Cuando un Infractor Sexual Inscrito (Registered Sex Offender) presenta una petición de cambio de nombre, tiene que presentar al mismo Update form, contact local law enforcement.
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[In Travis County, a person registered in Austin goes to the crime lab at Austin Police Department headquarters, 715 E. th 8 Street. Those registered in Travis County go to the Sheriff’s Office crime lab in the Blackwell Thurman th Criminal Justice Center, 501 W. 11 , room 2.75.]
tiempo una prueba de notificación a la agencia local de cumplimiento de la ley donde el infractor se inscribió. El peticionario tiene que llenar y presentar un formulario de Actualización de infractor sexual y adjuntar una copia a su Petición. Para obtener el formulario de Actualización de infractor sexual, póngase en contacto con su agencia local de cumplimiento de la ley. [En el condado de Travis, una persona inscrita en Austin tiene que dirigirse al laboratorio penal en la central del th
Departamento de policía de Austin, 715 E. 8 Street. Una persona inscrita en el condado de Travis tiene que dirigirse al laboratorio penal de la Oficina del Alguacil (Sheriff’s Office), situado en el Centro de Justicia Penal Blackwell th Thurman, 501 W. 11 , sala 2.75.]
I have been convicted of a felony; how do I find out my SID (State Identification) or FBI number? Contact the Texas Department of Criminal Justice to learn your SID or FBI number at 512-406-5202 or 1-8005350283.
He sido condenado de un delito mayor. ¿Cómo puedo obtener mi SID (Identificación estatal) o número de FBI? Para obtener su SID o número de FBI, póngase en contacto con el Departamento de Justicia Penal de Texas (Texas Department of Criminal Justice) llamando al 512406-5202 ó 1-800-535-0283.
¿Qué ocurre con los delitos menores? What about misdemeanor offenses? All offenses charged above a Class C misdemeanor must be listed in the Petition, along with the case number and court of each offense.
Tiene que indicar en su Petición todos los delitos menores que sean de clase C o más graves de que lo hayan acusado, junto con el número de caso y la corte para cada delito.
After I change my name, will the information on my birth certificate, driver’s license, and social security card change?
Después de haber cambiado de nombre, ¿cambiarán los datos de mi acta de nacimiento, licencia de manejar y tarjeta del Seguro Social?
You are responsible for notifying the appropriate agencies of your new name. You may be required to show them your Change of Name Certificate or a certified copy of your court order. Both can be obtained from the Clerk’s Office. Agencies to notify include the Social Security Administration (social security cards) Bureau of Vital Statistics (birth certificates), Department of Public Safety (driver’s license), the Tax Office (vehicle and voter registration), and the County Clerk’s Office (property titles).
Usted es responsable por notificar a las agencias correspondientes que se cambió de nombre. Es posible que tenga que presentar su Certificado de cambio de nombre o una copia certificada de la orden de la corte. Puede obtener estos documentos en la Oficina del secretario de la corte. Tiene que notificar a la Administración del Seguro Social (Social Security Administration, para cambiar su tarjeta del Seguro Social), la Agencia de Estadísticas Vitales (Bureau of Vital Statistics, para cambiar su certificado de nacimiento), el Departamento de Seguridad Pública (Department of Public Safety, para cambiar su licencia de manejar), la Agencia de Impuestos (Tax Office, para cambiar la inscripción de vehículos y de votante) y la Oficina del secretario del condado (para cambiar títulos de propiedad).
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NOTICE: THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS SENSITIVE DATA. (The Clerk’s office will fill in the Cause Number and Court Number when you file this form.)
Cause Number: In the ______________
Name Change of:
Court Number
District Court
County Court at Law County, Texas
Print current full legal name of person asking for name change.
Petition to Change the Name of an Adult (You must fill out every blank on this form or the judge will not be able to render a decision. Print your answers.)
I. Petitioner 1. My current legal name is: ________________________________________________________________________________. First
Middle
Last
2. I ask the Court to change my legal name to: ________________________________________________________________________________. First
Middle
Last
3. The reason I want to change my name is: ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________.
II. Discovery Level The discovery level in this case, if needed, is Level 1.
III. Personal Information My personal information is as follows: 1. Home Address: ___________________________________________________________________ street address
city
county
state
zip code
2. Social Security Number: __________________________________ Or
I don’t have a Social Security Number.
3. All driver’s license numbers issued to me during the last 10 years: Driver’s License Number
Or
State that Issued License
I have not had a driver’s license during the last 10 years.
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4. Date of birth: ____________________________ month
day
year
5. Place of birth: ____________________________________________________________________ city
6. Gender: (Check one.)
county
Male
state
country
Female
7. Race: __________________________________
IV. Criminal History 1. Have you ever been charged with a Class A or B misdemeanor or a felony? Yes No If yes -- Write your FBI or SID numbers, if known: FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigations) # ________________________________________________ SID (State Identification) # ___________________________________________________________ List all Class A or B misdemeanors and felonies with which you have been charged, whether or not you were convicted. If you need more space, attach an additional page. Offense
Case Number
County
Court Number
Court District Court County Court District Court County Court District Court County Court District Court County Court District Court County Court
2.
Have you ever been convicted of a felony that has not been pardoned? Yes No If yes -- The court may order your name changed if at least 2 years have passed since you received a certificate of discharge from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or completed court ordered community supervision or juvenile probation. You must attach proof from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. List all of your felony convictions here. If you need more space, attach an additional page. Offense (convicted)
Cause Number
County
Court Number
Court District Court County Court District Court County Court District Court County Court District Court County Court District Court County Court
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3. Are you required to register as a sex offender? Yes No If yes -- You must submit to local law enforcement a completed Sex Offender Update Form to notify them that you are changing your name. You must attach a copy of the form you submitted.
V. Prayer I believe this name change is in my interest or benefit and in the interest of the public. I ask the Court to make an Order to change my name, and any other Orders I may be entitled to. I swear under oath that the facts stated in this Petition are true and correct. I understand I could be prosecuted for lying on this form. You must either: 1) sign this form in front of a notary public or 2) if you cannot sign in front of a notary public, sign this form and sign and attach a completed “Unsworn Declaration” form.
___________________________________________
________________________________
Signature of the person asking for a name change.
Date
Notary fills out below. State of Texas, County of ________________________________________________________________ (Print the name of county where this affidavit is notarized.)
Sworn to and subscribed before me, the undersigned authority, on this date:________________________ by ______________________________________________________________. (Print the name of the person who is signing this Petition. NOT the notary’s name.)
(Notary’s seal here)
____________________________________________________ Notary’s signature
You MUST attach these documents to your Petition: A legible and complete set of your fingerprints on a fingerprint card in a form acceptable to the Texas Department of Public Safety and Federal Bureau of Investigations. Write “Exhibit A” at the top. If you were convicted of a felony and it has been at least 2 years since you were discharged or completed probation or parole, attach proof from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for each conviction. Write “Exhibit B” at the top. If you are required to register as a sex offender, attach a copy of the Sex Offender Update form you submitted to local law enforcement notifying them you are asking the Court to change your name. Write “Exhibit C” at the top.
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NOTICE: THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS SENSITIVE DATA. Print court information exactly as it appears on Petition
Cause Number: In the ______________
Name Change of:
Court Number
District Court
County Court at Law County, Texas
Print current full legal name of person asking for name change.
Final Order Changing the Name of an Adult A hearing took place today. The following people were present.
I. Appearances The Petitioner is: _______________________________________________________________________. Print current first, middle and last legal name of person asking for name change.
The Petitioner appeared in person without an attorney.
II. Jurisdiction The Court finds that it has jurisdiction over this case and the Petitioner.
III. Record A court reporter: (Check one.)
did
did not
record today’s hearing.
IV. Findings The Court finds that Petitioner’s personal information is as follows: 1. Current legal name: __________________________________________________________________ first
middle
last
2. Home Address: ______________________________________________________________________ street address
city
county
state
zip code
3. Social Security Number: ____________________________ Or
Petitioner does not have a Social Security Number.
4. All driver’s license numbers issued to Petitioner during the last 10 years: Driver’s License Number
Or
State that Issued License
Petitioner has not had a driver’s license during the last 10 years.
5. Date of birth: __________________________________ month
day
year
6. Place of birth: _______________________________________________________________________ city
county
state
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7. Petitioner is: (Check one.)
Male
Female
8. Petitioner’s race is: ___________________________________________________________________ 9. Petitioner: (Check one.) does not have FBI number or SID number. Petitioner’s FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigations) number is: ______________________________. Petitioner’s SID (State Identification) number is: _________________________________________. 10. Petitioner: (Check one.) has not been charged with a class A or B misdemeanor or felony. has been charged with the following class A or B misdemeanors or felonies. Offense (crime)
Case Number
County
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11. Petitioner: (Check one.) has not been finally convicted of a felony, which has not been pardoned. has been convicted of a felony and at least two years have passed since Petitioner received a certificate of discharge from the Texas Department of Criminal Justice or completed court ordered community supervision or juvenile probation. 12. Petitioner: (Check one.) is not required to register as a sex offender. is required to register as a sex offender and has submitted a Sex Offender Update Form to local law enforcement and provided proof to the Court of the submission. 13. Petitioner’s Petition to Change the Name of an Adult included a legible and complete copy of Petitioner’s fingerprints. 14. Petitioner’s change of name is in Petitioner’s interest or benefit and is in the interest of the public.
V. Orders The Court ORDERS that Petitioner’s name is changed from: current name: __________________________________________________________________________ first
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to this name: ___________________________________________________________________________ first
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VI. Other Orders The Court has the right to make other orders, if needed, to clarify or enforce this order. Any orders requested that do not appear above are denied. SIGNED ON: __________________________.
____________________________________________ Judge’s Signature
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