Denied Name Change Appeal

Summary

Indiana law allows individuals to change their name to affirm their gender identity under Indiana Code 34-28-2-2.5. A court order for a name change is generally accepted to amend a birth certificate. If a judge denies your name change, it may not align with state law. Consulting a local attorney can provide further guidance on how to proceed.

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I am transgender and a judge denied my name change
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Indiana, a judge may deny a name change for various reasons such as criminal history or intent to defraud. Can you provide any more information about the judge's reasoning?
They cited a case where a judge denied another person on the grounds of being uncertain that a court order from a circuit court was valid to change the name on one's birth certificate
In Indiana, the law is clear. Indiana Code *-*-*-*.* states:
- A person may change their name if they wish to affirm their gender identity.
- A court order for a name change is generally accepted to amend a birth certificate.
It seems the judge's uncertainty may not align with state law. You might want to consult a local attorney for further advice.