Colorado State Judicial Branch - Self Help - Forms

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This page will help you learn about Name Change rules & laws in Colorado, case filing, form and fee requirements, common legal terms & frequently asked questions. Reviewing all these sections will assist you with processing a name change.

Please read the instructions below (JDF 420), before completing any forms. The instructions provide a step-by-step approach to assist you with completing the necessary forms. All forms are available in WORD, WORD - Template or Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format. The forms in PDF or WORD template can be completed online & then printed.

We are in the process of translating many of our forms in Spanish. You may find that some Instructions and Forms, for example Adoption, Adult and Minor Name Change, etc., are not translated at this time. All forms must be completed in English pursuant to Colorado law, see §13-1-120, C.R.S.
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Instructions:						Revision
JDF 420	Instructions for filing a Change of Name - Minor					R03/12

Form #:	Form Name:	Revision
JDF 421	Petition for Change of Name of Minor Child	R07/12
JDF 422	Notice to Non-Custodial Parent	R07/11
JDF 423	Consent of Non-Custodial Parent	R04/07
JDF 424	Request to Publish Notice to Non-Custodial Parent of Change of Minor’s Name and Publication Order	R11/07
JDF 425	Notice to Non-Custodial Parent by Publication	R07/11
JDF 426	Order for Publication for Change of Name	R07/11
JDF 427	Public Notice of Petition for Change of Name (Minor/Adult)	R07/11
JDF 448	Final Decree for Change of Name	R07/11