Losing or needing to update a birth certificate or ID can be frustrating - but it's something you can fix. This page explains how to get, replace, or correct identity documents like birth certificates, Social Security cards, and state IDs.
This video provides step-by-step instructions on how to get a court order for a legal name change in Louisiana, including filing the petition, notifying required parties, attending a court hearing, and finalizing the order.
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How to Update Your Gender Marker
This resource explains how to update your gender marker on documents like your Louisiana ID or driver's license, birth certificate, passport, and Social Security records.
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How To Update Your Louisiana Birth Certificate
This resource explains how to update your Louisiana birth certificate to change your name or gender marker.
