Affidavit Of Good Character (Adult Name Change) PDF, 168 KB. These files may not be suitable for users of assistive technology. 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.This is a super easy to do. Bring your birth certificate. As an adult wishing to change your name, you must have two (2) Affidavits of. Character from RESIDENTS OF MECKLENBURG COUNTY who ARE NOT. (See enclosed Petition and Affidavit of Good Character). For ten (10) days before you may file your Petition to change your name. In the body of the affidavit, include a statement affirming the affiant's identity. Appearing before the undersigned notary and being duly.