How to Change Your Name in South Carolina

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How to change your name in South Carolina according to the statute 15-49 that allows a resident of the State to change their name after marriage, after divorce, or for personal reasons. The process starts with the filling in of a name change petition.

Background Check. - You must have your fingerprints be taken at a local law enforcement agency where they will run a background check and you will have to fill out an affidavit stating that you are not a sex offender, owe back alimony, and do not have a prior criminal history (if you do you will have to state the act)

Name Change Petition. - You must completely fill out and submit a South Carolina Name Change Petition.
Form must be notarized.

Submit Forms to Court. - You will need to the court where you reside your name change petition and submit all forms you received from law enforcement including any and all background checks and fingerprint cards.
$150 filing fee.
List of Courts in South Carolina
You will be given a Hearing Date

Appear at Hearing. - If you were just married or divorced you probably will not have a hearing and will be notified when your 'Name Change Decree' is available. If you do the Judge may ask you a few questions as to the reasons why you wish to change your name.
Use the 'Name Change Decree' to change your name at any public or private institution.