Are birth records public in Washington state?
Yes. Washington birth records are presently considered public records in Washington.
How do I get a birth certificate in Olympia WA?
Birth, Death, Marriage, and Divorce Certificates
- From the Department of Health.
- Your local Washington State county health department.
- Through our contracted vendor, VitalChek. You can order anytime online (select orange “Order Now” button below) or by phone at 1-866-687- 1464.
How do I find public records in Washington state?
The Washington Courts system provides basic court records online at http://dw.courts.wa.gov, searchable by name, case number or case name. Under “search for a person,” click “name search.” Read the disclaimer and click “accept.” Enter as much information as you know.
How long does it take to get a birth certificate for a newborn in Washington state?
By mail, the customer will receive the order within 10-12 weeks after receiving and processing of payment.
How can I get a certified copy of birth certificate?
The fee for the search of a birth certificate is $15.00 and will include the issuance of one certified copy to a qualified applicant if the certificate is on file. Additional copies will be issued at a cost of $15.00 each.
Who can obtain a birth certificate?
Birth certificates are only issued to certain people. To obtain a birth certificate for someone other than yourself, you must be related to the person. This includes: spouse, parent, stepparent, legal guardian, grandparents, great grandparents, siblings, half-siblings, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.
Is a copy of your birth certificate valid?
A certified copy of an original birth certificate is becoming increasingly important as a required form of identification. A certified birth certificate copy is required for getting a US passport and when applying for Social Security benefits. It is also considered valid proof of US citizenship by federal, state and local government agencies.
What is a legal copy of a birth certificate?
In most states, you can only get a certified copy – also known as an authorized copy – of a birth certificate if you are the person named on the record or if that person is your minor child. Others can apply for a copy of your birth certificate, but they get an informational copy only, which does not establish your identity.
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