Legal Question in Family Law in Texas

Name change

I have a 12 year old son. His father and I were never married, but he signed a petition of parental rights and birth certificate. My son carries his last name. But, when my son was 1 1/2 years old, his dad has been in prison. Can I as the mother change his name? My son has been asking to change his last name.


Asked on 3/27/06, 9:12 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Gerald R. Yoakum The Practice of Gerald R. Yoakum, P.C. A Full Service Law Firm

Re: Name change

With the father's permission, or file your motions and serve the father if he defaults you may get what you want.

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Answered on 3/27/06, 10:55 pm


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