What is the hearing date for this name change?

The hearing is June 2, 2026 at 10:01 AM in Dept. 15 at 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey.

How do I object to the proposed name change?

File a written objection stating reasons at least two court days before the hearing and appear at the hearing to speak.

What happens if no one objects to the name change?

If no timely written objection is filed, the court may grant the name change without a hearing.

Name Change — 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey, CA (26CV001939)

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Petitioner Cynthia Lynette Martinez seeks a court order to change the name of Alaiyah Jay Martinez to Alaiyah Jay Ruiz. A hearing is set for June 2, 2026 at the Monterey branch; objections must be filed before the hearing.

Key Takeaways

Hearing on name change set for June 2, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Objections must be filed at least two court days before hearing
If no timely objection, court may grant name change without a hearing
Order published in Monterey County newspaper for four successive weeks

Published: May 20, 2026 · yesterday
Category: Name Change
City: Monterey
Address: 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey, CA · 10 filings
Case #: 26CV001939

Research context

10 filings at this address 30 name change notices in Monterey (last 12 months)

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What to do next

1
File an objection (if you oppose)
Submit a written objection stating reasons at least two court days before June 2, 2026 and be prepared to appear in Dept. 15 at 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey at 10:01 AM.
2
Attend the hearing
Appear on June 2, 2026 at 10:01 AM in Dept. 15, Monterey Branch, 1200 Aguajito Rd to show cause or support the petition.
3
Contact the court for questions
Call the Monterey Superior Court clerk or visit the Monterey Branch to confirm filing deadlines and procedures before the hearing date.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hearing date for this name change?: The hearing is June 2, 2026 at 10:01 AM in Dept. 15 at 1200 Aguajito Rd, Monterey.
How do I object to the proposed name change?: File a written objection stating reasons at least two court days before the hearing and appear at the hearing to speak.
What happens if no one objects to the name change?: If no timely written objection is filed, the court may grant the name change without a hearing.

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Legal terms in this notice

Order to Show Cause: A court document that orders interested parties to appear and explain why the requested relief should not be granted.
Petitioner: The person who filed the request with the court asking for the name change.

Full Notice Text

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME
Cynthia Lynette Martinez
CASE NUMBER: 26CV001939
TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS:
1. Petitioner Cynthia Lynette Martinez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows:
Present Name:
Alaiyah Jay Martinez
Proposed name:
Alaiyah Jay Ruiz
2. 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 the reasons for the objection 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 no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.
NOTICE OF HEARING Date:
 June 2, 2026
Time: 10:01 AM
Dept. 15
1200 Aguajito Rd
Monterey, CA 93940
Monterey Branch
A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four successive weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation printed in this county: Monterey County
Dated: April 28, 2026
/s/ Willis, Thomas W
Judge of the Superior Court
May 6, 13, 20, 27 2026
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