Delaware § 5902 - Requirements for minor’s petition.
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§ 5902. Requirements for minor’s petition.
If the name sought to be changed under this chapter is that of a minor, the petition shall be signed by at least 1 of the minor’s parents, if there is a parent living, or if both parents are dead, by the legal guardian of such minor. When the minor is over the age of 14, the petition shall also be signed by the minor.
27 Del. Laws, c. 264, § 2; Code 1915, § 4658; Code 1935, § 5116; 10 Del. C. 1953, § 5902;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 5902
What does Delaware Code § 5902 cover?
Section 5902 ("Requirements for minor’s petition.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. 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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