As an adult wishing to change your name, you must have two (2) Affidavits of. Character from RESIDENTS OF MECKLENBURG COUNTY who ARE NOT.Be sure to check the "Name Change" box under Record Changes. Include a certified copy of the name change court order along with your request. After your notice has been posted for ten days, you will file your Petition and your two (2) Affidavits of Good Character in the Civil Clerk's office. Mecklenburg County SelfServe Center forms created for use in Mecklenburg County courts. NC Vital Records can assist with changes to a birth or death certificate. Our office does not handle changes to marriage or divorce certificates. It's a ton of paperwork. There should be complete fill in the blank documents with instructions at the self serve center at the courthouse.