Can a Mother Use Her Married Name for Children From a Prior Marriage
My question involves name change laws in the State of: California
Can my wife's two daughter legally go by my last name? As they wish to have the same last name as us and not their fathers. With out going to court until they are actually of age to change it themselves
Re: Can a Mother Use Her Married Name for Children From a Prior Marriage
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Can my wife's two daughter legally go by my last name? As they wish to have the same last name as us and not their fathers. Without going to court until they are actually of age to change it themselves
If your spouse uses a name for the kids other than their legal name, she will encounter limits -- it is unlikely that the school will allow enrollment except under the children's legal name, or that they would be able to get ID under anything but their legal name.
Any legal name change must be made by a court, and the father is entitled to notice of any name change petition. If the father objects to a name change, the court will require proof that the name change is in the best interest of the children. Contrary to what is suggested above, the mother will not automatically lose if the father objects.