Name Change Legal Process

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In Texas, you can file a Petition for Change of Name in your local court. You must provide a valid reason, not have a criminal record, and not be changing your name for fraudulent reasons. For changing a babys name, both parents must generally agree, and the change must be in the childs best interest. You can give your child any last name, but both parents should agree, and a court order is needed for changes after birth.

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name change
Hello Victoria, you're interested in changing your name. In Texas, you can file a Petition for Change of Name in your local court. However, there are certain requirements:
- You must provide a valid reason for the name change.
- You must not be changing your name for fraudulent reasons.
- You must not have any criminal record.
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baby name
Hello Victoria, if you want to change your baby's name in Texas, you can do so by filing a petition in your local court. However, the process involves:
- Proving that the name change is in the best interest of the child.
- Both parents must generally agree to the change.
Would you like more details?
can you name your child a different last name
In Texas, you generally can give your child any last name you choose. However, it's important to note that:
- Both parents should typically agree on the name.
- The name should be in the best interest of the child.
- If you wish to change after the birth, a court order is needed.