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Why do I Have to Serve the Other Parent With a Copy of the Change of Name Papers?

Your child's other parent, even if s/he has not been involved in your child's life, has a legal right to know that you are trying to change your child's name. The other parent will have the change to go to court and tell the judge if s/he is against changing your child's name. The judge will make a decision based on the best interests of your child.

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