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    savher Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Apr 17, 2007, 11:18 PM
    How to change child's last name
    My daughter has both of our last names how do I drop off his? Do I need his permission?
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    Apr 17, 2007, 11:40 PM
    Need more info, but I am assuming you are referring to your ex. If he has the power to make joint legal decisions, then yes you have to get his permision. (I think) Can I ask why you want to?
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    Apr 18, 2007, 01:27 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by savher
    my daughter has both of our last names how do i drop off his? do i need his permission?
    Of course you need!The second way is through court order but I think it will be imposible to be done.
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    Apr 18, 2007, 07:09 PM
    To my knowledge.. yes you do need his permission to remove his name and what are the chances of him agreeing to that.. not likely. Ive been through the same situation I tried for years but there are no short cuts around it. If you find out more or manage to have the name changed please keep me informed, I would love to know myself. Good Luck to you!
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    Aug 25, 2010, 09:28 AM
    I want to change my step-son (son) last name to mine, I am married to his mom. His father is not contesting that cause he never has been apart of his life. What do I have to do?
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    Sep 18, 2010, 12:17 AM
    You do have to have consent from the non-custodial parent. In NC, for instance, the custodial parent must have the consent of the non-custodial parent, or the minor child can request a name change him/herself at age 16 (still need non-custodial consent if said parent has supported child), or a name change request can be granted if neglect/abandonment can be proven on the part of the non-custodial parent. Any which way you go, a petition has to be filed with the clerk of court (and it's not free). If the father objects to the name change, a hearing can be scheduled to hear both sides of the story; and the judge can grant a name change despite the father's objection. However, a compelling argument would have to be made as to why he/she should do so.
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    Jan 26, 2012, 01:33 AM
    Can I drop my son last name?I only want him to have a first and middle name
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    Jan 26, 2012, 01:34 AM
    Can I drop my son last name so that he only has a first and middle name?
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