1. (a) If a court grants a name change under IC 34-28-2 (or IC 34-4-6 before its repeal) to a person:

   1. (1) against whom an allegation of child abuse or neglect has been substantiated; and

   2. (2) whose name is maintained within the index in accordance with this chapter;

      the person must notify the department regarding the name change not more than ten (10) business days after the court enters a decree changing the person's name.

2. (b) The notice under subsection (a) must include a copy of the decree of the court that changes the name of the person, certified under the seal of the clerk of court.

As added by P.L.138-2007, SEC.67.