"Despite full parental support, Mississippi’s highest court has ruled that a transgender teen cannot legally change his name. Citing a so-called “lack of maturity,” the court invoked anti-trans legislation to deny his request, raising alarm from legal and medical experts alike. Advocates say the decision is part of a disturbing trend of state interference in affirming family decisions."
this post was submitted on 20 Apr 2025
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How long until they deny name changes for all trans folks? Why is this ok?
How long until a large enough community stops recognising the state as authority?