Changing Your Name in Idaho
How adults change their legal name in Idaho: the court petition, publication, fees, and restoring a name after divorce.
Short answer: An adult files a signed petition with the district court of the county where he or she lives, giving place of birth, residence, current name, proposed name and the reason. Idaho Code §§ 7-801, 7-802, 7-803, 7-804
| Legal name change | An adult files a signed petition with the district court of the county where he or she lives, giving place of birth, residence, current name, proposed name and the reason. A notice of hearing signed by the clerk must be published for four successive weeks in a newspaper the court designates, and proof of publication must be filed before the petition can be considered. At the hearing, anyone with good reason may object, and the court may grant or dismiss the petition. |
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| Changing your name after divorce | A former name can be restored as part of the final divorce decree. To request it, fill out the section of the divorce petition asking to restore the former name. The Self-Help Center also has separate name change forms. |
Where to get help in Idaho
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FAQ
How do you legally change your name in Idaho?
An adult files a signed petition with the district court of the county where he or she lives, giving place of birth, residence, current name, proposed name and the reason. A notice of hearing signed by the clerk must be published for four successive weeks in a newspaper the court designates, and proof of publication must be filed before the petition can be considered. At the hearing, anyone with good reason may object, and the court may grant or dismiss the petition.
How do you change your name back after a divorce in Idaho?
A former name can be restored as part of the final divorce decree. To request it, fill out the section of the divorce petition asking to restore the former name. The Self-Help Center also has separate name change forms.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.