{"id":36281,"date":"2026-03-17T19:11:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T18:11:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/firstname-change\/detentie\/"},"modified":"2026-03-17T19:11:35","modified_gmt":"2026-03-17T18:11:35","slug":"detentie","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/firstname-change\/detentie\/","title":{"rendered":"First Name Change after Detention"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"s-section\">\n<div class=\"s-section-wrapper .s-stack-2xl\">\n<div class=\"s-section-main\">\n<div class=\"s-tldr-block wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"s-content-block-narrow gb-element-91be6667\">\n<p class=\"gb-text gb-text-91da06c0\">In brief<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-text\"><strong>First Name Change after Detention<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is possible to change your first name to support a new start.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A lawyer is mandatory: the legal proceedings take place through the court.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There must be a <strong>compelling reason<\/strong>, such as safety, psychological well-being, or reintegration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The court looks at your development, stability, and future prospects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal proceedings take a maximum of 6 months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After approval, your new first name will be recorded in the BRP (Personal Records Database) and official documents.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We ensure complete discretion, guidance, and a carefully prepared file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-btn-group gb-element-7313c4f1\">\n<a class=\"gb-text s-btn-primary s-btn--small\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/forms\/first-name-change-feasibility-check\/?src=voornaam-kind&#038;cta=top\">Complete the feasibility check<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\">Free and without obligations<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-104373c3 wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio s-content-block\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-text\"><strong><strong>Why clients change their first name after detention<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-fs-h5\"><em>Room for a new beginning: peaceful, safe, and with perspective<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The desire to choose a new first name after detention stems from various, often sincere and personal reasons.<br\/>In practice, we see, among others:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A different first name as part of reintegration<\/strong><br\/>In many reintegration programs, including guidance by the probation service, it is regularly discussed that a first name change can contribute to peace, safety, and a new start in certain situations. When a name is linked to a burdened past, this topic can be part of the broader conversation about recovery and future prospects.<br\/>A name can form a barrier to starting over in work, education, or social environments. A suitable first name can help with a fresh start.  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breaking free from a burdened past<\/strong><br\/>Some clients find that the old name evokes memories of a period they are leaving behind.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Psychological well-being and personal growth<\/strong><br\/>The old name can cause tension or emotional burden. A new name can help to experience more peace and stability. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Safety and protection<\/strong><br\/>In some situations, using a different name can contribute to personal safety or the protection of one&#8217;s private life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Family relationships and recovery<\/strong><br\/>A new name sometimes fits a renewed position within the family or the restoration of contact with children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We handle these matters with calm and discretion. Your story will be expressed with dignity, nuance, and legal care. <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\"><strong><strong>Is a first name change after detention permitted?<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-fs-h5\"><em>Yes, when the interest is substantiated in a sincere, consistent, and sustainable manner.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Judges assess this subject with nuance. They do not look at the past, but at: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Your current situation.<\/strong><br\/>Stable living environment, work, daily activities, guidance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Your development and future.<\/strong><br\/>Prospects for a healthy and stable rebuilding of life.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Psychological burden caused by the current name<\/strong><br\/>Restlessness, tension, or negative associations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Necessity of a new name within reintegration<\/strong><br\/>Social participation, social safety, and recovery.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consistent use of the new name<\/strong><br\/>In your environment, guidance, or program.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The judge always performs a balancing of interests. A careful and honest file significantly increases the chance of approval. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\">How do the legal proceedings work?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text s-fs-h5\"><em>Arranged calmly, clearly, and step-by-step<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing your first name involves formal legal proceedings at the court. We guide these proceedings from start to finish. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h5\">1. Intake and initial assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In a confidential conversation, we map out your situation:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>your motivation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>your personal development and future plans<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>any safety or privacy aspects<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>how the new name supports you in reintegration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>which documents can help with this<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You will receive a clear assessment of feasibility and a transparent cost overview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h5\">2. Collecting documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To apply for the first name change, we need the following documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>birth certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>BRP extract<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>copy of identity document<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>statements from probation, social work, care, or guidance (if applicable)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>proof of use of the new name (if relevant)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h5\">3. Drafting the petition<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most important part. We ensure that: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>your situation is expressed respectfully and factually<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>your personal development is clear<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>your motivation is formulated sustainably, sincerely, and carefully<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>privacy and safety aspects are properly interpreted<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the judge can see why the new name is in your interest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our style is: calm, legally strong, and without unnecessary details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h5\">4. Submission to the court<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We submit the petition to the court in your region.<br\/>You usually do <strong>not<\/strong> have to attend the hearing; many cases are handled in writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h5\">5. Court ruling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The court provides a written decision.<br\/>After a 3-month waiting period to appeal the change, your new first name will be processed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h5\">6. Registration in the BRP and adjustment of your documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We guide you precisely through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the change in the BRP<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>new passport and ID card<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>informing the municipality, employer, insurer, bank, and other agencies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You will receive a clear and reassuring step-by-step plan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Would you like a full overview of the legal proceedings, legal requirements, and costs for adults and children? Then view our extensive page <em><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/firstname-change\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12780\">First name change<\/a><\/em>. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\">Duur en kosten van de procedure<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>De exacte duur en kosten hangen af van de complexiteit van uw zaak. In de meeste gevallen geldt:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>De procedure duurt gemiddeld tot zes maanden<\/strong> vanaf het moment dat het verzoek bij de rechtbank is ingediend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Het griffierecht bedraagt EUR 341<\/strong>, hetzelfde voor alle rechtbanken in Nederland.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Voor onze werkzaamheden hanteren wij een duidelijke prijsafspraak vooraf.<\/strong> Het vaste tarief voor de advocaat bedraagt <strong>EUR 619<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Lees ook de uitgebreide toelichting hoe de <a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/voornaam-wijzigen\/kosten-voornaam-veranderen\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"26368\">kosten zijn opgebouwd<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bff3476 wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio s-content-block\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e3512ed6\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-be01f57b gb-headline-text\">Request a legal assessment<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text gb-text-15af73ce\">For situations with doubt or complexity. Our lawyers and attorneys provide a personal assessment of your request, including opportunities, risks, and points of attention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-grid-2 gb-element-1609d05a\">\n<div>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-base-200-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-30fa5336f8ea391e0c7b5f5535c2697b\">\n<li class=\"has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-80b270d0c94eff542bdf6ed32026592b\" style=\"font-size:0.8rem\">Assessment by specialist<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-e9bf8501b7aa1d65f7eb61e0c13bda31\" style=\"font-size:0.8rem\">Oral feedback<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-789e8c3b6354a4eedf8f457cc45bc02a\" style=\"font-size:0.8rem\">Helps determine the right next step<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-bc7ee20c gb-button-text s-btn-primary sim-button sim-button-action\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/forms\/first-name-change-feasibility-check\/?src=voornaam&#038;cta=inline\">Request an assessment<\/a>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gb-text gb-text-714d31c7\">Personal response within 1 working day<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\">Risks of rejection and how we prevent them<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A request can be rejected if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the motivation does not seem sufficiently sustainable;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the request is insufficiently substantiated;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>no clear balancing of interests has been made;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the proposed new name is deemed confusing or inappropriate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We reduce the risk of the request being rejected by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>determining a suitable strategy in advance;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>careful and precise formulation of the request;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a complete legal substantiation;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>honest and expert advice on what is and is not wise.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block s-content-block--filled\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From practice (anonymized, extremely carefully worded)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h4\">Client wants a new start after long-term guidance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A client who had built a stable life after detention \u2014 with work, assisted living, and good guidance \u2014 found that his old first name caused hindrance in his environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We substantiated how the new name aligned with his development and social stability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The judge granted the request.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h4\">First name change due to psychological burden<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A client struggled with the associations evoked by the old name. The name symbolized a period he had left behind. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a calm, carefully formulated substantiation regarding psychological well-being and future prospects, the request was granted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h4\">Reintegration and safety in the new place of residence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A client had moved to build a new life elsewhere. The old name was experienced as a hindrance in the new environment.<br\/>With statements from support services and a clear future plan, the court granted the request. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading s-fs-h4\">Dismissal after discovery of past<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A client had built a permanent job after detention and was performing excellently. When a colleague discovered his past, unrest arose and he lost his job. To prevent a recurrence, we applied for a first name change, which was granted due to the importance for his peace, safety, and reintegration.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Specific names and details have been anonymized; in our files, the interest and protection of the individual is central.)<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-be249d49 s-margin-vert-xl s-content-block\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-bfdf1120 gb-headline-text gbp-section__headline\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1e85dbd5 gb-accordion\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d1310856 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-19f7b745 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-19f7b745\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>Is detention a valid reason for a first name change?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-52e77243\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-52e77243\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-b299caa3 gb-headline-text\">Yes. Reintegration, well-being, safety, and personal development can be compelling reasons.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3600de9f gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-ba8b12fe gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-ba8b12fe\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>Do I need to explain my past?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-54bea308\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-54bea308\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-784447a0 gb-headline-text\">Only in broad terms. We ensure that this is expressed carefully, respectfully, and appropriately. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d7e7a6c6 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-361ea87d gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-361ea87d\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong>Do I have to go to court?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-c5948222\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c5948222\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-51ced355 gb-headline-text\">Usually not; many cases are handled in writing.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fc394c18 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-8dd43315 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-8dd43315\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>What about privacy?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-d545942c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d545942c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-c9e904f9 gb-headline-text\">The legal proceedings are discreet. Your new name will be processed in the BRP after approval. <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-73403608 gb-accordion__item\" data-transition=\"slide\">\n\n<button class=\"gb-button gb-button-24e754e4 gb-accordion__toggle\" id=\"gb-accordion-toggle-24e754e4\"><span class=\"gb-button-text\"><strong><strong>Where can I find the general explanation about first name changes?<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><span class=\"gb-icon\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewbox=\"0 0 448 512\" width=\"1em\" height=\"1em\" role=\"img\" class=\"gb-accordion__icon-open\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><\/button>\n\n\n<div id=\"gb-accordion-content-e6e0ac3c\" class=\"gb-accordion__content\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e6e0ac3c\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-856a231a gb-headline-text\">In addition to this information, would you like to read the general overview of the legal proceedings, conditions, and costs?<br>Then view our extensive page <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/firstname-change\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"12780\">First name change<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block s-content-block--filled gb-element-e397a080\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-5820f11a gb-headline-text\">Who are our Attorneys and Mediators<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When handling a first name change after detention, you will be guided by a lawyer with experience in name law and the context of criminal law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-margin-vert-l\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3bd256ba\">\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-5dcdaabb gb-query-loop-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23938 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Carla Simmelink\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/carla-2.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/carla-simmelink\/\">Carla Simmelink &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law and Inheritance Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-29865 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Valerie Lingg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Valerie-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/valerie-lingg\/\">Valerie Lingg &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-23939 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Eva Zaunbrecher\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Eva.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/eva-zaunbrecher-bosschlo\/\">Eva Zaunbrecher-Boschloo &#8211; Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Lawyer at Law (International) Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-b6d769df gb-query-loop-item post-36349 advocaat type-advocaat status-publish hentry\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-b6d769df\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7443210b\">\n<figure class=\"gb-block-image gb-block-image-943d9da3\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg\" class=\"gb-image-943d9da3\" alt=\"Sophia Sips\" srcset=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1200x1200.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Sophia-2048x2048.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-f2d3d794 gb-headline-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/attorneys-at-law\/sophia-sips\/\">Sophia Sips &#8211; Family Law Attorney<\/a><\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9bf895f6 gb-headline-text\">Family Law Attorney, International Family Law<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-9f3ea82c gb-headline-text\">Please provide the text you would like to have translated to English.<em>When someone wants to rebuild their life after detention, law, personal development, and future prospects come together. Our role is to bring peace and structure to that process and to present a careful and honest picture of the importance of the name change to the judge. <\/em>Please provide the text you would like to have translated to English.<\/p>\n<cite>Mr. Carla Simmelink, lawyer<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-bddaa84d\">\n\n<div class=\"s-btn-group\">\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-c848a686 gb-button-text s-btn-secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/our-team\/\">Meet Our Team<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text s-content-block\">Why do clients choose Simmelink Lawyers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More than 15 years of experience in name law and petition procedures<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Specialized in complex and sensitive personal situations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Calm, respectful, and discreet approach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clear strategy and strong legal substantiation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Highly suitable for clients starting over after detention<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guidance possible for clients within and outside the Netherlands<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer structure, peace, and a carefully constructed file, exactly what is needed for a new start.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-e35b293b wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio s-content-block\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-3945255d\">\n\n<h2 class=\"gb-headline gb-headline-d8e81505 gb-headline-text\" id=\"haalbaarheidscheck\">Feasibility Check for your First Name Change<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-7f166354\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-a76f6e9e\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-1dbb95f0\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1dbb95f0\">\n\n<p class=\"gb-text\">Within one working day, you will receive an expert assessment of your request. This way you quickly get clarity, peace of mind, and a plan \u2013 with the importance of your situation as the starting point.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-0712d0d3 s-btn-group\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-39b0fa65 gb-button-text s-btn-primary sim-button sim-button-action\" href=\"https:\/\/simmelink.nl\/en\/forms\/first-name-change-feasibility-check\/?src=voornaam&#038;cta=bottom\">Feasibility check request<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-23750f4e gb-button-text s-btn-primary sim-button sim-button-action\" href=\"#plan-online-afspraak\">Schedule your online intake appointment yourself<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d69b8d25\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d69b8d25\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Na het invullen van het contactformulier.\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zpqB8WhTp5I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"s-content-block wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<h2 class=\"gb-text\" id=\"plan-online-afspraak\">Schedule your Appointment for Changing your First Name Directly Below<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You choose a time that suits you. 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