Senate Bill 146 aims to prohibit individuals convicted of violent crimes from changing their names, establishing a new legal framework under section 941.2915 of the statutes. Violent crimes are defined to include offenses such as homicide, battery, kidnapping, stalking, human trafficking, and sexual assault. The bill stipulates that any person who violates this prohibition will be guilty of a Class H felony. Additionally, the bill amends several existing statutes to incorporate this new prohibition, specifically referencing section 941.2915 in relation to name changes in various contexts, including vital records and divorce proceedings.

The bill also makes specific amendments to existing laws regarding name changes, ensuring that the prohibition against name changes for those convicted of violent crimes is consistently applied across different legal scenarios. For instance, it clarifies that the state registrar cannot amend birth records or allow name changes in divorce cases if the individual has a violent crime conviction. This legislative measure is intended to enhance public safety by preventing individuals with violent criminal histories from altering their identities.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 69.11(4)(b), 69.11, 69.12(1), 69.12, 69.15(4)(b), 69.15, 767.395, 786.36(1)(intro.), 786.36