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                                    Rule 87
                                 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 Application. 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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