Los angeles county recorders office birth certificates

Los angeles county recorders office birth certificates
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We are an authorized online vital records ordering service for Los Angeles County Registrar/Recorder.

That means we can process your request fast, affordably, and securely. The only thing faster is doing it in person – but that’s not always possible or convenient, and that’s why we’re here.

Los Angeles County Registrar/Recorder 12400 East Imperial Hwy. Room # 1002 Norwalk , CA, 90650

Phone 866-212-1045

Fax 866-283-7407

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About Vital Records from Los Angeles County Registrar/Recorder

LOS ANGELES COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Los Angeles County Registrar - Recorder (Los Angeles County Vital Records) issues Authorized and Informational copies of Los Angeles County birth certificates, Los Angeles County death certificates and public Los Angeles County marriage records (for marriage licenses that were issued in Los Angeles County). You may order copies of Los Angeles County vital records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.

NOTICE

Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

Available California (CA) Vital Record Types

Birth Informational Copy

If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the birth certificate, you will receive a certified informational copy with the words "INFORMATIONAL, NOT A VALID DOCUMENT TO ESTABLISH IDENTITY" imprinted across the face of the copy. This document is primarily used for genealogy and cannot be used for identification purposes.

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Birth Authorized Copy

An authorized, certified birth certificate copy that can typically be used for travel, passport, proof of citizenship, social security, driver's license, school registration, personal identification and other legal purposes. Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred in Los Angeles County from 1876 to present. Records are not available until 90 days after the date of event.

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Online application for certified copies of vitals records

Here you can apply for a certified copy of a vitals record.

What Records are Available?

Immediate copies (same day)

  • Birth records are available for births occurring in Los Angeles County since 1964.
    • If the birth occurred from 1972 to 1977, the copy is not available the same day.
  • Death records are available for deaths occurring in Los Angeles County since 1995.
  • Marriage records are available for marriages where the license was issued in Los Angeles County since 1995.

Mailed copies

  • Birth records are available for births occurring in Los Angeles County since 1866.
  • Death records are available for deaths occurring in Los Angeles County since 1877.
  • Marriage records are available for marriages where the license was issued in Los Angeles County since 1852.

You must still come to the office in person to pay for mailed copies.

Informational certified copies are not available the same day.

Fees and Payments

Payment is non-refundable. A “No Record Statement” will be issued if the record is not found.

  • Authorized Certified Copy
    • Birth: $32 per copy
    • Death: $24 per copy
    • Marriage: $17 per copy

Payment Options

  • Cash
  • Check: Make payable to the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk. Valid identification, such as a driver's license, of the signer is required and must be presented at time of request. Out-of-state checks are accepted.
  • Money orders: Make payable to the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk.
  • Debit/Credit card: Accepted cards include Mastercard, Visa, Discover and American Express.

What should I do when the application is submitted?

After completing the application, you must visit a Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk office. Orders are not processed until payment is received.

Please bring the following items with you when you visit the Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk:

  • Your application confirmation number
  • A valid photo ID
  • Sufficient payment for copy fees

How do I get a certified copy of my birth certificate from Los Angeles County?

Please contact the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (DPH Vital Records Office) located at 313 North Figueroa Street, Room Lobby-1, Los Angeles, CA 90012. For questions, call (213) 288-7812 and/or email: [email protected].

Can I get a CA birth certificate same day?

IN-PERSON REQUEST Same-day service is available for births 1964 to present (Informational Certified Copies, however, are not available the same day). Births prior to 1964 will be mailed within 20 working days.

How long does it take to get a birth certificate in Los Angeles County?

We maintain records of births that occurred in Los Angeles County, except for Long Beach and Pasadena, for the current year and prior year. Birth certificates are available 10 days after the original certificate has been registered.

How do I get a copy of my CA birth certificate?

To request and purchase a birth certificate online, please visit the VitalChek website. *VitalChek is a third party website. If you would like information on how to correct a vital record or amend a birth certificate, please refer to the California Department of Public Health site.