Complete Part I, Items 1 – 7, with the information as it appears on the current certificate. 5. If you are requesting an authorized Certified Copy of the amended record, you must complete and submit a notarized sworn statement.Introduction. Use the VS 24 - Affidavit to Amend a Record form to: ✓ Correct spelling errors. ✓ Add the child's first, middle, or last name to blank fields. Amendments are used to correct errors on the death certificate. Documentation supporting the correction may be requested and not returned. Please note that in order to change the name on a California license or ID you must first update your legal name with the Social Security Administration. To apply, you must submit a VS24 Affidavit to Amend a Record form to the Department of Vital Records. A certified name change order is required to amend (change) the registrant's name. Any time owners make a change to the title of real estate, they must record a deed with the County Recorder.