Pennsylvania HB1315 amends the judicial change of name process to require court approval.

Pennsylvania HB1315 amends Title 54 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to revise the judicial change of name process. It requires individuals to file a petition in the court of common pleas of the county where they reside. If married, the spouse may join as a party petitioner. The court must set a hearing date between one and three months after filing. Notice must be given to the public and any nonpetitioning parent of a child whose name may be affected. The court may waive notice if it would jeopardize the safety of the petitioner or their child.

Pennsylvania HB1315 amends the judicial change of name process to require court approval.

Pennsylvania HB1315 amends Title 54 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to revise the judicial change of name process. It requires individuals to file a petition in the court of common pleas of the county where they reside. If married, the spouse may join as a party petitioner. The court must set a hearing date between one and three months after filing. Notice must be given to the public and any nonpetitioning parent of a child whose name may be affected. The court may waive notice if it would jeopardize the safety of the petitioner or their child.