Court Name Change Enforcement

Summary

In Kentucky, if a divorce decree restores a former name, the individual should use it legally. However, they might still use a married name socially. To enforce the legal name change, file a motion with the court that issued the decree, such as Greenup County Circuit Court. Provide evidence of the continued use of the married name and attend a hearing if necessary. Contact the court for guidance on the process.

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In the divorce decree she was restored to her former name
In Kentucky, once a person is restored to their former name in a divorce decree, they may choose to use either name in different contexts. Legally, the name on the court documents reflects the name restored by the court.
Would you like more information on updating identification documents following a name change in Kentucky?
But she never changed it
It sounds like there might be some confusion about which name she is using in various contexts. Would you like more information on the steps to update identification documents in Kentucky if she needs to change her legal name back to your husband's last name?
If it’s restored by the court why is she still using my husbands last name
Hello! It can be confusing, but here are some reasons:
- She might be using your husband's last name socially or professionally.
- Legally, she is required to use her restored name in official documents.
Would you like more information on how to enforce the use of the legal name in Kentucky?
Yes
To enforce the use of a legal name in Kentucky, consider the following steps:
- **Notify relevant institutions:** Ensure that banks, employers, and other institutions are aware of the legal name change.
- **Contact the court:** Request clarification or enforcement from the court that issued the decree.
Would you like the contact information of the nearest court in Kentucky?
How could I request enforcement from the court that issued the decree
To request enforcement from the court that issued the decree in Kentucky, you can follow these steps:
- **File a Motion:** Submit a motion to the court requesting enforcement of the name change as per the divorce decree.
- **Provide Evidence:** Include any evidence showing the continued use of the former married name against the decree.
- **Attend a Hearing:** Be prepared to attend a court hearing if required.
Would you like the contact information of the nearest court in Kentucky?
Does it have to be with the courthouse that filed the decree
Yes, it is generally best to request enforcement from the courthouse that issued the decree. They have the records and authority over the case.
Would you like the contact information of the court that filed the decree in Kentucky?
It was filed at Greenup courthouse Ky

Greenup County Circuit Court


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * Main Street, Greenup, KY *
Website: www.greenupcounty.ky.gov

You can contact them to file a motion to enforce the name change as per the divorce decree.