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Name Change Procedures

You must file for a name change in the county in which you presently live and are a resident, regardless of where you were born.

Individuals 18 and over may change their names without parental consent. 

You must have a Birth Certificate and proof of identity and residency. 

If you do not have a birth certificate you must present two pieces of ID that verify that you are a resident of Shelby County. 

• Passport,
• Social Security card,
• Drivers License,
• State,
• School or Work ID,
• Check stub,
• W-2 form and
• utility bill.

In the case of a minor change of name, if both parents are listed on the Birth Certificate they both must be present with proper identification.  A notarized affidavit from the absent parent will be accepted and that form is available in our office.

Court costs:

• $141.50 cash or credit card

Court hours:

• Mon thru Fri 9 a.m. til 12 noon and
• Mon thur Thur 2-3 pm.

Address:

• 140 Adams, Room 124.

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before court is over.