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How to Change Your Name in California

By:Sedano, Lisa; Doskow, Emily
Publisher:NOLO
Print ISBN:9781413310948
eText ISBN:9781413316100
Edition:13
Format:Reflowable

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Divorce, complicated spelling, tricky pronunciation, personal preference -- there are several reasons why you may want to change your name. And though the rules have changed recently, it's still a relatively straightforward procedure.

How to Change Your Name in California provides step-by-step instructions and all the forms you need to:

  • choose a name and make it your own
  • change back to your former name after divorce
  • change your child's name
  • get a new or amended birth certificate for you or your child
  • get a new driver license, Social Security card and passport
  • get a court to recognize a change of gender

    This edition reflects the latest rules and regulations stemming from the Patriot Act and the rise of identity theft, and provides the latest forms. The CD-ROM that accompanies the printed version of this book includes forms or other tools; in this eBook, you'll find all those documents in the appendix or at the back of the book.
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