How It Works
When did you change your legal name or gender marker
through a California court?
As an Adult
Before July 1, 2026
File a FREE SB 59 Form Submit a free SB 59 form to make your
court records confidential.
court records confidential.
After July 1, 2026
No SB 59 Form Needed Your court records should already be confidential.
Filing an SB 59 form is not necessary.
Filing an SB 59 form is not necessary.
As a Minor
Before January 1, 2024
File a FREE SB 59 Form Submit a free SB 59 form to make your
court records confidential.
court records confidential.
After January 1, 2024
No SB 59 Form Needed Your court records should already be confidential.
Filing an SB 59 form is not necessary.
Filing an SB 59 form is not necessary.
Free Legal Name & Gender Marker Change Virtual Clinic
Register for a free virtual clinic for assistance with:
- Completing the SB 59 form
- Tackling roadblocks to filing an SB 59 form, including:
- Filing fees
- Significant delays
- Completing court forms for a legal name and/or
gender marker change
Contact the Clinic
Email:
LNGMClinic@bettzedek.org
Phone:
(661) 414-0326
