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DE HB115

Bill

Status

Passed

6/25/2015

Primary Sponsor

James Johnson

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Origin

House of Representatives

148th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Delaware Code Title 10, Section 5901 to permit individuals under supervision of the Delaware Department of Correction to petition for name changes based on sincerely held religious beliefs or gender identity.

  • Court of Common Pleas may grant name change petitions when testimony or sworn affidavits establish the petition is motivated by sincere religious belief or gender identity.

  • Requires courts to provide the Delaware Department of Correction with notice and opportunity to oppose proposed name changes and submit supporting documentation.

  • Maintains the abrogation of common law name change rights for individuals subject to Department of Correction supervision, requiring all name changes to proceed through court petition process.

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 10 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Name Changes For Individuals Subject To The Supervision Of The Delaware Department Of Correction.

Last Action

Signed by Governor

6/25/2015

Committee Referrals

Adult & Juvenile Corrections6/3/2015
Corrections4/28/2015

Full Bill Text

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