Question: how to change your first name california?
Answer: Fill out your court forms. ... 
Have your forms reviewed. ... 
Make at least 2 copies of all your forms. ... 
File your forms with the court clerk. ... 
Publish the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (If Required) ... 
If incarcerated or on parole, serve the documents. ... 
Go to your court hearing, if necessary.