This bill proposes to amend Section 11 of P.L.1987, c.435 (C.22A:4-1a) by eliminating the $50 fee currently charged for filing a certified copy of an order for change of name. The amendment specifically deletes the provision that imposes this fee, thereby making the process of filing a name change order free of charge for New Jersey residents.

The rationale behind this legislation is to alleviate the financial burden on individuals who seek to change their names for various personal reasons, such as marriage or divorce. By removing this fee, the bill aims to simplify the name change process and make it more accessible to the public. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 22A:4-1