Name Changes, Gender Marker Changes, and Vital Records Amendments

Last Updated : 02/12/2026

Overview

The Civil Actions Branch handles name changes, gender marker changes, and vital records amendments for persons age 21 and older. Below you will find information about those case types, as well as applications and forms you can complete and file online or print and file in person.

In most instances, applicants/parties will be required to attend a remote hearing before a judge. Please note that these hearings are conducted through Webex and will rarely be on the same day that an applicant/party files their paperwork with the court.

Application for Change of Name
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Birth Certificate Amendment
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Death Certificate Amendment
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Gender Marker Change
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Civil Division

Leadership
Presiding Judge
Hon. Shana Frost Matini
Deputy Presiding Judge
Hon. Yvonne M. Williams
Director
Lynn Magee
Deputy Director
Thomasine Marshall
Location
Civil Actions
Moultrie Courthouse
500 Indiana Avenue NW, Room 5000
Washington
,
D.C.
20001
Landlord and Tenant
Court Building B
510 4th Street NW, Room 110
Washington
,
D.C.
20001
Small Claims
Court Building B
510 4th Street NW, Room 120
Washington
,
D.C.
20001
Hours of Operation
Monday - Tuesday: 08:30 am-05:00 pm
Wednesday: 06:30 pm-08:30 pm (Only Small Claims and Landlord & Tenant)
Thursday - Friday: 08:30 am-05:00 pm
Saturday: 09:00 am-12:00 pm All branches operate in the Moultrie Courthouse, Room 5000.
Sunday: Closed
Filings can be made in the after-hours filing box in the lobby of the Moultrie Courthouse for Civil Actions cases.
Contact Info
Civil Actions Branch
phone
202-879-1133
Landlord and Tenant Branch
phone
202-879-4879
Small Claims Branch
phone
202-879-1120
Courtroom Support Branch
phone
202-879-1148