Delaware Code > Title 10 > Chapter 59 – Change of Name
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| § 5901 | Petition for change of name | 10 |
| § 5902 | Requirements for minor’s petition | 10 |
| § 5904 | Determination by Court | 10 |
| § 5905 | Costs | 10 |
Terms Used In Delaware Code > Title 10 > Chapter 59 - Change of Name
- Child: means a person who has not reached the age of 18 years. See Delaware Code Title 1 Sec. 302
- Common law: The legal system that originated in England and is now in use in the United States. It is based on judicial decisions rather than legislative action.
- Evidence: Information presented in testimony or in documents that is used to persuade the fact finder (judge or jury) to decide the case for one side or the other.
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
- Testimony: Evidence presented orally by witnesses during trials or before grand juries.
- United States: includes its territories and possessions and the District of Columbia. See Delaware Code Title 1 Sec. 302