NJ Name Change Statutes

The NJ name change statutes are as follows:

N.J.S.A. 2A:52-1. Action for change of name
N.J.S.A. 2A:52-2. Effect of judgment, copy to State Bureau of Identification
N.J.S.A. 2A:52-3. Effect of change of name on actions or other proceedings
N.J.S.A. 2A:52-4. Correction of record of birth or marriage

The New Jersey Court Rules concerning name change applications are as follows:

Rule 4:72-1. Complaint
Rule 4:72-2. Guardian Ad Litem
Rule 4:72-3. Notice of Application
Rule 4:72-4. Hearing; Judgment; Publication; Filing