As used in this Code section, the term: “Abandoned” shall have the same meaning as set forth in Code Section 15-11-2. “Child” means an unemancipated individual who is under 18 years of age. “Family violence” shall have the same meaning as set forth in Code Section 19-13-1. “Human trafficking” means an offense provided for under […]
If written objections are filed by any interested or affected party within the time limits specified in subsection (h) of Code Section 19-12-1, the court shall proceed to hear the matter at chambers. History. Ga. L. 1875, p. 103, § 2; Code 1882, § 1787b; Civil Code 1895, § 2496; Civil Code 1910, § 3015; […]
At any time after the entry of the final order of change of name, upon the request of the petitioner requesting the change of name, the clerk of the court granting the same shall issue to the petitioner a certificate of change of name, under the seal of the court, upon payment to the clerk […]
Nothing contained in this chapter shall authorize any person to change his name with a view to deprive another fraudulently of any right under the law. History. Code 1933, § 79-503, enacted by Ga. L. 1961, p. 129, § 3.