OH SB373

Amends section 109.572 to add criminal records checks for name change applications filed in probate court under new section 2717.21

Establishes new probate court procedures for legal name changes (sections 2717.03-2717.10), requiring applicants to be county residents for 30 days and file affidavits about residency, creditors, and criminal history

Prohibits name changes for individuals with duties under sex offender registration laws or recent convictions for identity fraud unless convictions are reversed on appeal

Creates procedures for correcting misspellings, inconsistencies, or errors in legal names on official identity documents (sections 2717.13-2717.18)

Allows probate courts to require fingerprint impressions and criminal records checks for name change and correction applications, with applicants bearing the cost of fees