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Request for Name Change

Illinois · Illinois Supreme Court · Effective March 1, 2025

This form is used to ask the court to officially change a person's legal name. It asks for details about the person's current name, desired new name, and personal history, including criminal records.

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This form is used when an adult in Illinois wants the court to issue an order changing their legal name.

Either party may file.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form asks for information about the person filing it, and also includes sections for a spouse's information if applicable.
Are there fees to file this form?
The form notes that there are usually fees to file court forms, but it advises checking with the local Circuit Clerk about cost and fee waiver information.
What information is required about criminal history?
The form asks the filer to check boxes regarding various types of criminal convictions and arrests in both Illinois and other states.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect March 1, 2025.

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