Change of Name - Adult
A person desiring to legally change their name must be a resident of Miami County for at least 60 days immediately prior to the filing of the application for the change of name.
If you are unsure if a Name Change is the proper process for your situation please this Informational Chart.
In addition to the forms listed below, applicants must present the following documents at the time of filing, the Court must see the original documents:
- Valid photo I.D.
- Certified copy of the Birth Certificate
Once a name change has been finalized certified copies will be provided to the applicant. It is up to the applicant to send a copy to the Vital Statistics Office to update the Birth Certificate.
Please review the Change of Name for Adults Check List before filling out the forms listed below.
Forms
Initial Filings
- 21_0 Application for Change of Name of Adult
- 21_01 Affidavit in Support of Application for Change of Name of Adult
- 21_1 Judgment Entry - Change of Name of Adult
- 21_03 Judgment Entry Setting Hearing and Ordering Notice
Additional Pleadings, if needed
- Request for Interpreter
- 21_6 Application to Waive Publication Requirement and Seal File
- Motion to Continue Hearing
