Change of Name Petitions in the Court of Common Pleas
Download information and instructions on how to file a change of name petition.
Name Change PacketThe Delaware State Courts will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Justice of the Peace Court 11 (New Castle County) and Court 7 (Kent County) will remain open 24 hours and Justice of the Peace Court 3 (Sussex County) will be open from 6AM – 12AM (no new cases after 11:00PM).
Download information and instructions on how to file a change of name petition.
Name Change Packet