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Common Questions: Name Change
How do I change my name in Michigan?
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Go to your county's Probate Court.
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Get forms for name change and complete.
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Pay about $200 in fees.
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They will advertise the name change in the local Legal News.
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You will be directed to get fingerprinted for a background check.
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Wait 2 to 3 months.
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Stand before the Judge or their representive and swear there is no fraud involved in this change.
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They will sign your document.
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Take copies of this document to Social Security, Secretary of State, your bank, etc.
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Congradulations! Your name change is complete.
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