Petition for Recognition of Change of Gender and Sex Identifier, Name Change, and Issuance of New Certificates
Mendocino Superior Court · Form Packets
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Last updated July 28, 2026
This form allows a person to legally change their gender marker and name on their birth certificate and get a new certificate issued by the court. Someone would use this form if they want their official government documents to reflect a different gender identity and/or a new name.
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