Alabama § 45-37-84.21 - Forms for Change of Name.
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§ 45-37-84.21. Forms for Change of Name.
In Jefferson County, in addition to any other duties prescribed by law and any provision in any law, whether special, local, or general, to the contrary notwithstanding, the office of the judge of probate, and any branch thereof, shall make available all forms for change of name for the use of all persons and parties in interest. It shall be the responsibility of the presiding Judge of Probate of Jefferson County to enforce this section.
Source: official Alabama text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 45-37-84.21 ("Forms for Change of Name.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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