HB24-1071 - Name Change to Conform with Gender Identity
HB24-1071 – Name Change to Conform with Gender Identity
Effective Date: Was signed into law by the Governor and took effect on April 19, 2024.
Bill Page / Signed Act / Last Fiscal Note
Under current law, a person convicted of a felony who wishes to change their name must demonstrate they have “good cause” to change their name. The bill expands the definition of “good cause” to include a name change that conforms with the person’s gender identify. Courts may require that convicted felons give public notice of their name change.
Effective Date: Was signed into law by the Governor and took effect on April 19, 2024.
Bill Page / Signed Act / Last Fiscal Note
Under current law, a person convicted of a felony who wishes to change their name must demonstrate they have “good cause” to change their name. The bill expands the definition of “good cause” to include a name change that conforms with the person’s gender identify. Courts may require that convicted felons give public notice of their name change.