How much does it cost to change your first name?

I know where to get the forms, but no one can tell me the cost. I live in the state of WA.

How much does it cost to change your first name?
It is not exactly free. You have to have to obtain copies of your criminal background check which cost about $30 each. I think you have to get one from the feds and one from your state. I think there was a filing fee also. I did this several years ago and it seems like I spent about $100. In my state you are also required to post a notice in the newspaper that runs for a minimum of three days stating that you (listing old name) will now be known as (new name) and that was about $20. If you check with the clerk at your county government office, they can tell you the procedures and costs. By the way - it takes about two months start to finish.
Reply:The legal court fees are about $200. Once you get all those filed and the change is made permanent you take the court forms to social security to get a new card (free) and the license office for a new drivers license (it will cost you a new $40 for it) You cannot change your birth certificate though, that stays the same no matter what
Reply:It's free. As long as you aren't doing it for fraud and it's not obscene, you have the right to use whatever first name you want. Just start using it as part of your legal signature.

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