OAG 74-902 is cited to support the assertion that there is no legal requirement in Kentucky for a wife to adopt her husband's surname, and that the general common law rule allowing anyone to change their name without intent to defraud is still valid in Kentucky. This citation is used to establish the legal background and context for the decision regarding the use of maiden names in voter registration.
OAG 74-902 was Cited by OAG 77-239
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The Sunshine Law Library is not exhaustive and may contain errors from source documents or the import process. Nothing on this website should be taken as legal advice. It is always best to consult with primary sources and appropriate counsel before taking any action.