Order to Show Cause Re: Name Change
26CV009972: IN THE MATTER OF: RAYMOND VEGA 08/11/2026 Order to Show Cause Re: Name Change in Department 16C
Tentative Ruling
Mandatory Appearance of Raymond Vega (Petitioner) is required.
Appearance is required for the following reasons:
This is a name change for a minor child brought by the childs biological father. Petitioner seeks to change the childs name from Mati Antonio Cruz to Mahti Raymond. However, on December 6, 2019, the minors name was changed to Mahti Antonio Vega. (In Re mati Antonio Cruz, 34- 2019-0026702.) As a result, the Petition, as well as the proof of publication and decree changing name, identify the incorrect present name for the child.
Further, the Court has reviewed the two declarations purportedly submitted by the childs biological mother. The Court notes that the signatures on the declarations are appear to be significantly different, and the Court questions the authenticity of the signatures.
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26CV009972: IN THE MATTER OF: RAYMOND VEGA 08/11/2026 Order to Show Cause Re: Name Change in Department 16C
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