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  1. #1
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    Post Can an Entire Name Be Changed for a Minor?

    My question involves name change laws in the State of: NC

    I know a minor who wants to change his name. I probably knew the mnor has thought of a new name, but hasn't officially said yet. The minor realizes at one point of time the danger between the minor and his parents are assumed. His parents aren't trying to make the child in danger, but they are.

    The minor's parents destroy the well-being of the minor through commenting and/or physical action. Also, the child is given a name he doesn't like and the parents would surely reject for changing names. The child decides to change his name because his parents are not safe for the child.

    What is the process of changing a minor's name? Currently, he minor doesn't have a guardian and isn't adopted yet. Once the minor has either completed a guardianship or and adoption, he plans to change his name.

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    Default Re: Can an Entire Name Be Changed for a Minor?

    In the state of North Carolina, BOTH parents must consent to the name change and jointly petition the court.

    If the child is being abused, a name change is not the answer. He needs to contact CPS in his area.

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    Default Re: Can an Entire Name Be Changed for a Minor?

    Quote Quoting selmo
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    What does CPS stand for? How does the CPS deal with name change?

    Child Protective Services.

    They won't change the child's name. The will, instead, help an abused child.

    The minor won't be able to change his/her name just to get back at his/her parents until he/she turns 18 without the written consent of both parents.

    This sounds a bit like a child throwing a tantrum and saying, "I don't want anything to do with you (parents)!!!! I will show you by changing my name!!!)

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