District of Columbia · Through 2026-08-20 (D.C. Law 26-175)

D.C. Code § 16-2501: Application; persons who may file.

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Title 16. Particular Actions, Proceedings and Matters. [Enacted title]
Chapter 25. Change of Name or Gender.

Whoever, being a resident of the District and desiring a change of name, may file an application in the Superior Court setting forth the reasons therefor and also the name desired to be assumed. If the applicant is an infant, the application shall be filed by his parent, guardian, or next friend.

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