QUESTION
Surname change of child, can it be done without consent of other parent?
Asked on Nov 06th, 2014 on Family Law - New York
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My 12 year old sons father has physical custody and we share legal. Our son has my maiden last neme because at the time of his birth the father wasn't around. The father is now saying he wants to change our sons last name. I don't agree. Can he do it without my consent?
1 ANSWER
No. Name change requires consent of both parents.
Answered on Nov 06th, 2014 at 1:51 PM