Name Changes

What to submit in support of your name change

1. The applicant's true name, county of birth, date of birth, the full name of parents as shown on birth certificate, and the name sought to be adopted.
2. For applicants over 16 years of age: the results of a state and national criminal history record check conducted within 90 days of the date of application by the State Bureau of Investigation, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, or a Channeler approved
3. A sworn statement as to the following:
   1. That the applicant is a bona fide resident of, and domiciled in, the county where the change of name is sought.
   2. Whether or not the applicant has outstanding tax or child support obligations.
4. The clerk may require the applicant to provide any other information that the clerk determines is reasonably necessary for the fair and complete review of the name change application.