Full question:
I was born in Brooklyn, New York. My name on my birth certificate indicates my name as -----. My name should be ------. This is the name I used through my schooling years. I am unable to get a state id or proper social security. I was issued a ss card with --------. Therefore, my name on my birth certificate and my social are different. What type of name change do I need to file? Supreme court or civil court name change?
- Category: Name Change
- Date:
- State: New York
Answer:
Unfortunately, the fact that you have been using a name other than what it is on your birth certificate does not mean there is an error on your birth certificate.
If you are using a name different than your birth certificate, you will have to obtain a name change to reflect the name you desire.
Since you live in Brooklyn, you will have to file in New York City. You may bring a name change proceeding in any county in the city.
Adult name changes in New York are quite common and not granted only if the information about the request is not true, there is a reasonable objection to the request or if the requested name is inconsistent with the public interest. A person is not allowed to change their name in order to avoid judgments or legal actions against him or her, or to avoid debts and obligations. A person can not change their name to defraud any person.
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