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    Apr 18, 2012, 03:07 PM
    I have sole legal custody. Can I get my daughter's last name changed...
    I have sole legal custody and I'm wanting to chamge her last name. Her dad hasmt.been her in life due too being in prison for child abuse. Is there any way I can change her last name without his consent?
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    Apr 18, 2012, 03:10 PM
    You still need to seek his permission. Its possible it may be granted anyway but the courts will ask you to try.
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