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 PacketAll Kent and Sussex County Court facilities will remain closed on Tuesday, 2/24/2026. All New Castle County Courts will operate as normal. Justice of the Peace Court 7 (Dover) and Justice of the Peace Court 3 (Georgetown) will open at 8:00 A.M. and resume normal business hours from there.
New Castle County Superior Court was closed on Monday, 2/23/2026. Most scheduled matters will be heard on Tuesday, 2/24/2026 at the same scheduled time. View Tuesday’s Revised New Castle County Calendar.
Download information and instructions on how to file a change of name petition.
Name Change Packet