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- There are various reasons for requesting a name change. It may be based on events such as divorce, or it may simply be based on dissatisfaction with the name. Some other fairly common reasons include: Taking the natural father's name (e.g., after being born out of wedlock or adopted). Changing to the mother's maiden name (e.g., after a divorce). Identifying with a foreign nationality (e.g., to show grandparents' nationality). A cumbersome name (e.g., difficult to spell and/or pronounce). Professional identity (e.g., legally maintaining a maiden name or changing to a pen name). Gay or lesbian (e.g., both partners want to share the same last name). There are inappropriate reasons for changing a name that will result in denial of the application and even consequences. For example, the new name cannot be identical to a celebrity or other famous individual, if the intent is to defraud others. In addition, you cannot change your name to avoid debts.
- Effective January 1, 2021, a new law removes the statute of limitations for criminal sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual assault and aggravated criminal sexual abuse for all ages, not just minors. Previously, prosecution could only be brought within 10 years of the offense and only if the victim reported it to law enforcement within three years. #statuteoflimitations, #criminalsexualassult,
