Changing A Name

G.L. c. 210, § 12 — granted unless it is inconsistent with public interests

In Massachusetts, a petition to change a person's name may be heard by the probate court in the county where the petitioner lives, and the change is granted unless it is inconsistent with public interests.

G.L. c. 210, § 12

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G.L. c. 210, § 12 — Petitions to change a name

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