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California Judicial Council Form
Decree Changing Name
The NC-130 is the proposed court order submitted with your name change petition. If the judge approves your request, they sign the NC-130 to make it the official decree.
The NC-130 is the proposed court order submitted with your name change petition. If the judge approves your request, they sign the NC-130 to make it the official decree.
NC-130 is typically filed at the same time as NC-100 and NC-110. Submitting the proposed decree upfront can help the court process your petition more efficiently, as the judge has the order ready to sign if the petition is granted.
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Most California courts accept NC-130 at the time of filing alongside NC-100 and NC-110. This allows the judge to sign it immediately if the petition is granted. Check with your local court for their preference.
Yes. After the judge signs the NC-130, you should request certified copies from the court clerk. These certified copies are essential for updating your name at Social Security, DMV, and other institutions.
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