Who is asking to change their name?

Petitioner Shawna Florence Smith is requesting to change her name to Shawna Florence Torres.

When and where is the hearing?

The hearing is June 11, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. in Department M205 at 27401 Menifee Center Dr, Menifee, CA.

How do I object to the name change?

File a written objection at least two court days before the hearing and appear in court to explain your reasons.

Name Change — 27401 Menifee Center Dr, Menifee, CA (CVME2600109)

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Affects:General Public

Shawna Florence Smith filed to legally change her name to Shawna Florence Torres. A court hearing is set for June 11, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. in Menifee; interested persons may object in writing and appear to oppose the change.

Key Takeaways

Hearing set for June 11, 2026 at 8:00 a.m., Dept M205
Petitioner: Shawna Florence Smith seeks name change to Torres
Written objections must be filed at least two court days before hearing
If no timely objection, court may grant the petition without a hearing
Notice published in The Californian on specified May 2026 dates

Published: May 8, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Name Change
City: Menifee
Address: 27401 Menifee Center Dr, Menifee, CA · 9 filings
Case #

CVME2600109

Research context

9 filings at this address 69 name change notices in Menifee (last 12 months)

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What to do next

1
File a written objection (if you oppose)
Submit a written objection to the Riverside County Superior Court at least two court days before June 11, 2026 and plan to appear on the hearing date.
2
Prepare to appear at hearing
Arrive at Dept M205, 27401 Menifee Center Dr, Menifee, CA on June 11, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. if you intend to show cause.
3
Check published notice for confirmation
Verify the hearing details in The Californian (published 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29/26) before attending.

Frequently asked questions

Who is asking to change their name?: Petitioner Shawna Florence Smith is requesting to change her name to Shawna Florence Torres.
When and where is the hearing?: The hearing is June 11, 2026 at 8:00 a.m. in Department M205 at 27401 Menifee Center Dr, Menifee, CA.
How do I object to the name change?: File a written objection at least two court days before the hearing and appear in court to explain your reasons.

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Legal terms in this notice

Order to Show Cause: A court order requiring interested people to appear and explain why the requested change should not occur.
Petition: A formal written request submitted to the court asking for a legal change, here a name change.
Written objection: A formal, signed statement filed with the court explaining opposition to the petition before the hearing.

Full Notice Text

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR A CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY CASE NUMBER: CVME2600109PETITION OF: Shawna SmithFOR CHANGE OF NAME TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:Petitioner: Shawna Florence Smith filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name:Shawna Florence Smith Proposed name:Shawna Florence Torres THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If not written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 06-11-2026 Time: 08:00am Dept: M205The address of the court is:27401 Menifee Center Dr.Menifee, CA 92584A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once in each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The CalifornianDate: 02-06-2026BELINDA A. HANDY, JUDGE OF THE SUPERIOR COURTThe CalifornianPublished: 5/8, 5/15, 5/22, 5/29/26