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- Illinois lawmakers consider a proposal to make marijuana use legal in the state. It would allow possession of up to one ounce of pot by people 21 and over. Driving under the influence wold remain illegal and smoking in public would be prohibited.
- 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.