Forced Minor Name Change

[adrisdale]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Texas

I am filing for child support on my son's father. We agreed on all the terms, but the changing of the last name. Can I be forced to change his name?

 

[Perky]

Yes, if the judge says so, and he/she very well might.

 

[Just Blue]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Texas

I am filing for child support on my son's father. We agreed on all the terms, but the changing of the last name. Can I be forced to change his name?

How old is the child?

 

[adrisdale]

The child is 6 weeks old.

 

[Ohiogal]

The child is 6 weeks old.

It is very likely that a court can order the child's last name changed.

 

[stealth2]

At 6 weeks, I'd consider it more likely than not.