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This guide summarizes official-source basics for changing your legal name in Indiana. Court and agency requirements can change, so verify current instructions with the official court or agency before filing.
Court
Circuit Court / Superior Court, county-dependent
Filing fee
$157
Timeline
Check with the court or agency
Residency
Varies; check with your local court
Publication
Yes, generally required
Fee waiver
Available
Gender marker options
pdf_IN_c9cf557eaa51 — Gender Marker Change Petition
Official petition for Indiana name change process.
View form Source: Indiana GovernmentFiling fees in Indiana: $157. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount with the court before filing.
Fee waiver available: Yes
Fee waiver available. Check with the court for specific waiver requirements.
Yes, newspaper publication is generally required (Publication in a newspaper of general circulation is required. Waiver may be available.). Verify current requirements with your local court.
If publication raises safety concerns, ask the court about available options or waivers.
Available options: . Rules can change, so verify with the relevant state agency before submitting documents.
Available options:
Self-attestation: Verify with the relevant agency
Medical proof required: Verify with the relevant agency
Agency rules can change. Verify current requirements with the relevant state agency before submitting documents.
After receiving your court order, update your records with key agencies. The following list is a general starting point — priorities may vary by situation.
County procedures can vary. Always confirm filing steps with your local court.
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In Indiana, you file a name change petition with the Circuit Court / Superior Court, county-dependent in the county where you live. Requirements can vary by county and situation, so verify current instructions with the official court source before filing.
Available source data lists the filing fee as $157. Fees can change, and additional costs may apply (e.g., publication fees, certified copies). Confirm the current amount with the court before filing.
Yes, newspaper publication is generally required (Publication in a newspaper of general circulation is required. Waiver may be available.). Verify current requirements with your local court.
Yes, a court hearing is generally required.
Available options: . Rules can change, so verify with the relevant state agency before submitting documents.
Start with the official court or agency source linked on this page. NameRight provides informational guidance and preparation tools, not legal advice. Court and agency rules can change, so always verify before filing or paying fees.
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