An Act prohibiting name-changing for registered sex offenders

This Massachusetts bill prohibits registered sex offenders from changing their names, requiring them to use only the name they provided during registration. It specifically blocks sex offenders from adopting new surnames in marriage and prevents courts from granting name change petitions for individuals listed on the sex offender registry. The law applies to all individuals required to register under Massachusetts' sex offender registration system (sections 178C-178P). These provisions directly affect registered sex offenders by restricting their ability to alter their legal name for any purpose.