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Florida Name Change Forms
In Florida, a legal name change must be approved by the court through a formal petition process.
For adults, this involves filing a Verified Petition for Change of Name in the county where you reside,
submitting to a state and national criminal background check, and swearing under oath that the name change is not for fraudulent purposes.
For minors, one or both parents must file the petition, and the court will consider the best interests of the child.
Additional documentation may be required in cases involving guardianship, parental consent, or gender affirmation.
Once approved, the court will issue a Final Judgment of Name Change, which can be used to update your name with government agencies, financial institutions, and other records.
Using the correct court-approved forms and following the required procedures is essential to avoid delays or dismissal.

The form below has most of the required information to complete your Attorney written petition for name change.
















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FAQs
✅ Eligibility for Legal Name Change in Florida
You can file for a name change in Florida if:
  1. You are a Florida resident and have lived in the state for at least 6 months.
  2. You are filing on your own behalf (adult) or as a parent/legal guardian for a minor child.
  3. The name change is not for fraudulent or illegal purposes.
  4. You do not have any open criminal cases (must be disclosed if applicable).
📝 Required Information for a Legal Name Change
🔹 Personal Information
  • Full current legal name
  • Proposed new legal name
  • Date of birth
  • Place of birth
  • Social Security Number
  • Driver’s license or Florida ID number
  • Current and previous addresses
🔹 Criminal History Disclosure
  • Any arrests, charges, or convictions must be disclosed
  • Case numbers, jurisdictions, and outcomes (if applicable)
  • May require a certified copy of final disposition
📄 Required Florida Name Change Forms
✅ For Adult Name Change:
  • Petition for Change of Name (Adult) – Form 12.982(a)
  • Notice of Petition for Change of Name (if required by the court)
  • Final Judgment of Change of Name (Form 12.982(b))
  • Fingerprint background check from FDLE
✅ For Minor Name Change:
  • Petition for Change of Name (Minor Child) – Form 12.982(c)
  • Consent from both parents OR proof of service to non-consenting parent
  • Final Judgment of Change of Name (Form 12.982(d))
  • UCCJEA Affidavit (Form 12.902(d)) – if there are custody issues
🧬 Fingerprint Background Check (Adult Only)
  • Schedule fingerprinting with a FDLE-approved Livescan provider
  • Submit fingerprints electronically to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE)
  • Pay separate fee
  • Background check results sent directly to the court
💵 Fees
  • Filing fee: ~$420
  • Fingerprinting fee (adults only): ~$50–$75
  • Service of process fees (if notifying a non-consenting parent): ~$75-150
  • Fee waiver available via Application for Civil Indigent Status, if eligible
📅 Final Steps
  • Attend a court hearing (may or may not be required, varies by judge/county)
  • Bring photo ID and copies of all filed documents
  • Once granted, obtain certified copies of the Final Judgment (usually ~$10–$15 each)
  • Use the certified judgment to update:
    • Social Security card
    • Driver’s license or ID
    • Passport
    • Bank accounts, insurance, school/employment records, etc.
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