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Find court name change information in California

Court information or form packets for a legal name change; adults, children and other procedures have distinct requirements.

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In California, 57 state agencies publish 57 official links for this service. Reviewed requirements cover availability notices (68), documents (2) and appointments (2). 56 counties have a page for it below.

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Court branches, clerk windows, telephone assistance and remote appearances may have different instructions. Check the cited official page for the applicable channel.

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California state court · Sutter

Sutter Superior Court

Superior Court for Sutter County. Court locations and divisions handle different case types; confirm the correct branch and service before visiting.

Petition for decree of change of name or gender filing information — Sutter Superior CourtOfficial instructions

Petition for a decree of change of name or gender

Source checked October 28, 2026

Superior Court of California, County of Sutter · Fee Schedule | Superior Court of California | County of Sutter (opens in a new tab)

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Petition for a decree of change of name or gender

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California Courts Self-Help Guide

Shared California Courts self-help guidance, available for all 58 California county court contexts; local procedures and individual circumstances vary.

Legal name changes in CaliforniaOfficial instructions

Shared California Courts Self-Help Guide. Read the instructions for your situation and check the local court requirements.

Service area: California statewide self-help information; this is one shared guide, not a separate local provider in each county. Area details & sources

Shared statewide guidance; local procedures, case types and exceptions may differ

If you already changed your name and need a copy of a court order, contact the court where your case was filed.

Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources

Shared statewide guidance; local procedures, case types and exceptions may differ

The steps and forms you need to fill out vary depending on your situation. Answer a few questions to get the right set of instructions.

Official information checked October 26, 2026 · Details & sources

Source checked October 26, 2026

Judicial Council of California · Change your name in California | California Courts | Self Help Guide (opens in a new tab)

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Change your name in California

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