The Mississippi Supreme Court has upheld a lower court’s decision to deny a transgender teenager’s request to legally change his name to reflect his gender identity. Despite having the full support of both parents, the teen’s petition was rejected by a chancery court judge, who cited concerns about the teen’s maturity. In an 8-1 ruling, the high court agreed, emphasizing judicial discretion in name change cases, even when uncontested. The decision has sparked concern among LGBTQ+ advocates, who fear it may set a precedent that limits legal recognition for transgender youth in the state.

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