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Changing a Name

KRS 401.010 — an adult changes their name through the District Court of their county

Any person at least eighteen may have their name changed by the District Court of the county where they live. Someone living on a United States Army post, military reservation or fort may use the District Court of any adjacent county.

  • KRS 401.010
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  1. KRS 401.010 — Adult may have name changed by District Court

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