Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication (Minor Name Change) - Wyoming

Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication (Minor Name Change) is a legal document that was released by the Wyoming District Court - a government authority operating within Wyoming.

FAQ

Q: What is an Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication?
A: An Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication is a legal document that permits someone to prove that they have made a reasonable effort to locate a person in order to serve them with legal papers, but have been unsuccessful.

Q: What is a Minor Name Change?
A: A Minor Name Change is a legal process that allows a child (someone under the age of 18) to change their name legally.

Q: Why would someone need to use Service by Publication for a Minor Name Change?
A: Service by Publication may be used for a Minor Name Change if the other parent or guardian cannot be located or refuses to consent to the name change.

Q: How does Service by Publication work?
A: Service by Publication involves publishing a notice in a newspaper for a specific period of time as a way to provide notice to the other parent or guardian about the name change request.

Q: What is the purpose of the Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication?
A: The purpose of the Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication is to seek court permission to use Service by Publication when attempting to notify the other parent or guardian about a Minor Name Change.

Q: Can anyone use an Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication?
A: No, only individuals who are seeking a Minor Name Change and are unable to locate the other parent or guardian can use an Affidavit to Allow Service by Publication.