The Rhode Island name change for an adult as described in the State Code 33-22-28 is done by filing a petition to the county's civil court where you are a resident. It is easier, if you were just married, to have your certified marriage license with the raised seal or if you were recently divorced to have your divorce decree. Typically, you will not have a court hearing in Rhode Island but it depends on the circumstances of the name change.
REQUIREMENTS Must be a resident for at least 6 months If just married, must have your original marriage certificate. If just divorced, must have your divorce decree. Step 1 - Choose the name you would like and fill out a Rhode Island Name Change Petition. Make 3 copies.
Step 2 - Get your petition notarized either by the court clerk or at a branch bank in your area. Every branch bank has a notary on staff.
Step 3 - File the Petition to the County Court Clerk's office where your live. Pay the $85.00 filing fee and you will be given a court hearing date.
Step 4 - Depending on your county you may have to publish an ad in the newspaper. This is referred to as 'Making Your Name Public Notice'. If you were just married or divorced you will probably not have to do this step.
Step 5 - Go to your court hearing and upon successful completion you will be given your name change decree. This will be the official form for changing your name at any public or private institution.
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