Changing Your Name in Nevada
How adults change their legal name in Nevada: the court petition, publication, fees, and restoring a name after divorce.
Short answer: An adult files a verified petition with the clerk of the district court where he or she lives, stating the current and desired names, the reason, and any felony conviction, with a signed statement under penalty of perjury that the change is not for a fraudulent purpose (fingerprints are… NRS 41.270, 41.280, 41.290
| Legal name change | An adult files a verified petition with the clerk of the district court where he or she lives, stating the current and desired names, the reason, and any felony conviction, with a signed statement under penalty of perjury that the change is not for a fraudulent purpose (fingerprints are required if there is a criminal record). Notice must be published at least once in a county newspaper, except when publication would put the applicant's safety at risk (records are then sealed) or the change is to conform to gender identity. If no written objection is filed within 10 days after publication (or filing, if no publication), the court orders the change on good reason; otherwise it holds a hearing. Source: NRS 41.270, 41.280, 41.290 |
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| Changing your name after divorce | In a divorce, the court may, for just and reasonable cause, change a party's name to any former name that party has legally borne. Source: NRS 125.130 |
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FAQ
How do you legally change your name in Nevada?
An adult files a verified petition with the clerk of the district court where he or she lives, stating the current and desired names, the reason, and any felony conviction, with a signed statement under penalty of perjury that the change is not for a fraudulent purpose (fingerprints are required if there is a criminal record). Notice must be published at least once in a county newspaper, except when publication would put the applicant's safety at risk (records are then sealed) or the change is to conform to gender identity. If no written objection is filed within 10 days after publication (or filing, if no publication), the court orders the change on good reason; otherwise it holds a hearing.
How do you change your name back after a divorce in Nevada?
In a divorce, the court may, for just and reasonable cause, change a party's name to any former name that party has legally borne.
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.