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LAKE COUNTY CLERK


COUNTY COURT HOUSE
18 N. COUNTY ST
WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
Information:
Fax:
847.377.2400
847.360.3608

Birth Certificates

LAKE COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Lake County Clerk (Lake County Vital Records) issues certified copies of Lake County birth certificates, Lake County death certificates and Lake County marriage records, for events that occurred within Lake County. You may order copies of Lake 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.



LAKE COUNTY BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Lake County Vital Records issues certified copies of Lake County birth certificates, which are typically acceptable for passport, social security, employment and personal identification purposes.

Who Can Order?
Copies of Lake County birth certificates are only issued to the following:

  • The person named in the record (if at least 18 years of age)
  • The parent of the person named in the record
  • A legal guardian who provides proof of court appointment
  • A legal representative who has notarized authorization from the person named in the record or the parent




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BIRTH
A certified birth certificate 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 Lake County from 1871 to present.

First Copy: 8.00   Additional Copies: 4.00


BIRTH CARD
A wallet size version of the Birth Certificate. The Birth Card can be used for informational purposes only and cannot be used for identification, travel or passport. The Birth Wallet is available for events that occurred in Lake County from 1871 to present.

First Copy: 8.00   Additional Copies: 4.00


BIRTH COMBO
A certified birth certificate and birth card. The birth certificate can typically be used for travel, passport, proof of citizenship, social security, driver's license, school registration, personal identification and other legal purposes. The birth card can be used for identification only. Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred in Lake County from 1871 to present.

First Copy: 12.00   Additional Copies: 8.00



Order Online
It's the easiest and most efficient method for ordering official birth certificates and other vital records because there is less room for error when you enter the information yourself. Our simple forms have built-in editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.


Order By Facsimile
You can submit your facsimile request 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please fax your completed application to 847.360.3608.



Please see Record Types Explained for vital record descriptions and fees.