Removing Last Name

Summary

In South Carolina, you can petition the court to remove a last name. It is not mandatory to add a fathers name to a birth certificate, but a court can order it if paternity is established. Contact the Richland County Family Court at (803) 576-3320 for more information on the name change process.

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I have two last names and want to remove one. Also, am I legally required to add a father to child birth certificate. I am in SC
What is the reason for wanting to remove one of your last names?

In South Carolina:
- You can change your name through a court process.
- It's not mandatory to list a father on a birth certificate.
Can the court mandate I add the father to birth certificate
In South Carolina, a court can order a paternity test and, if the man is proven to be the biological father, his name can be added to the birth certificate.
If i do not want it added can the court require me to?
Yes, if a court determines paternity, it can order the father's name to be added to the birth certificate, even if you object.
I want my child and me to have the same last name so i want to remove one
What is the current legal last name of your child?
the name change is for me not my child
What is the last name you want to remove?

In South Carolina, you can petition the court for a name change. The nearest court is the Richland County Family Court, contact: (*) *-*.
Varner
In South Carolina, you can file a petition to remove your last name. The nearest court is the Richland County Family Court, contact: (*) *-*.
is there a fee for a name change
Yes, there is usually a fee for filing a name change petition. The exact amount can vary by county, so it's best to contact your local court for specific information.
it's a fee even to remove one of the last names
Yes, typically there is a fee for any legal name change, including removing a last name. It's best to contact Richland County Family Court at (*) *-* for specific information.
i don't live in Richland County
Could you please tell me which county you live in so I can provide you with the relevant information?
lexington
In Lexington County, you can file a petition for a name change at the Lexington County Family Court. The contact number is (*) *-*. There is typically a fee involved.
okay
In Lexington County, the process for a name change involves filing a petition at the Lexington County Family Court. Contact them at (*) *-* for more information.
ok, thanks
You're welcome, ****. If you have any more questions in the future, feel free to ask. Good luck with your name change process.