Requires criminal background check for name change; prohibits persons convicted of violent crime or domestic violence offense from changing name.
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Overview
This bill requires a criminal background check for anyone seeking to change their name in New Jersey. It specifically prohibits individuals convicted of violent crimes or domestic violence offenses from changing their name unless the change is for religious reasons. The bill establishes a process for the State Police to conduct these background checks and mandates notification to victims or their families in certain cases.
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