Can I change my son's last name without consent of his father?

Answer 1

Each state has its own laws governing name change of minor children. It is doubtful that it can be done without the knowledge or consent of a biological parent.

if the parents disagree over the last name, you can be ordered to hyphenate that last name (in alphabetical order). or you could voluntarily decide to hyphenate it. if you were never married, a hyphenated name is likely to be granted to you. also the hospital in PA where my son was born stated to me that i legally could put in for a name change on him one time, since i was undecided at the time of birth. but i don't know what the time frame on that was.

Answer 2

Yes. Anyone can change their name through a legal process under state law. As an example, Prince legally changed his name to a symbol and back again. Changing your name does not change your legal status, or your child's. However, depending on the age of the child, you may need the written approval of the father to make the change legal.

Answer 3

That depends on the state of the fathers rights under law. Usually if he has not signed a full waiver of rights you can not change the name of the child. A judge may be able to override his rights to allow you to do so, but there would need to be a substantial reason. If in doubt check with your local court house, they will get you in contact with child services for your area.

Answer 4

In most jurisdictions the court will require that the father be given notice unless his parental rights have been terminated. You can visit the court and find out the procedure in your jurisdiction.

In most jurisdictions the court will require that the father be given notice unless his parental rights have been terminated. You can visit the court and find out the procedure in your jurisdiction.

In most jurisdictions the court will require that the father be given notice unless his parental rights have been terminated. You can visit the court and find out the procedure in your jurisdiction.

In most jurisdictions the court will require that the father be given notice unless his parental rights have been terminated. You can visit the court and find out the procedure in your jurisdiction.

Answer 5

No. The court will ask for the father's name on the petition so that he can be notified. If the father is paying child support he will be sent notice of the name change petition. Even if the child doesn't have his name he can object to the proposed change of name and the court will consider his objection before it renders a decision.

Answer 6

In most jurisdictions the court will require that the father be given notice unless his parental rights have been terminated. You can visit the court and find out the procedure in your jurisdiction.

Answer 7

At the age of 18, in the state of Washington, my son and later my daughter took their mothers maiden name legally. I guess you just file the paperwork and pay the fee and your good to go.

Answer 8

Yes, if you are not married the right to change the last name belong to the mother.

Answer 9

Changing a name requires a court order even if both parents are in agreement. That is the only thing that the state vital statistics office will accept to change the birth certificate.

Answer 10

Either your last name or Skywalker.