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                      LRSP 1.  NAME CHANGES

     (a) Requirements.  An applicant who applies to the court for
     a change of name pursuant to RCW 4.24.130 must meet the
     following requirements:

     (1) Birth Certificate - A certified copy of any minor
     applicant's birth certificate or suitable  identification
     must be presented to the clerk for verification and copying.

     (2) Minors: Parental Consent - All applicants under eighteen
     (18) years of age must be represented by a parent or legal
     guardian, and both biological or legal parents or guardian
     must approve the change of name either by personal
     appearance or by verified affidavit.

     (3) Separate Applications - Each applicant requesting a
     change of name must present a separate Change of Name Order
     and pay a separate filing fee and recording fee.
	

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