Lake County Birth Records
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Lake County Birth Records (1905-1995)
CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free access to Lake County birth records from 1905 to 1995. Search by name to find birth dates, parents' names, and county of birth — completely free, no registration required.
What You'll Find in Lake County Birth Records
Each birth record in our Lake County database includes:
— Full name (first, middle, last)
— Date of birth
— Sex
— Mother's maiden name
— County of birth (Lake County)
The California Birth Index does not include time of birth, hospital name, or parents' first names. For those details, you'll need a certified birth certificate (see below).
How to Search Lake County Birth Records
Use the search bar at the top of any page to find Lake County birth records by first and last name. You can also search by parents' names to find siblings or children born to specific parents in Lake County.
About Lake County
Lake County was created on May 20, 1861, from Napa County. It was named for Clear Lake, the largest natural freshwater lake wholly within California. The area was originally home to the Pomo people before European settlement. Some boundary territory was exchanged with Napa County as late as 1972.
How to Get a Certified Lake County Birth Certificate
While CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free index information, you'll need a certified birth certificate for official purposes like passports, driver's licenses, or proving identity.
Lake County County Recorder
— Address: 255 N Forbes St, Lakeport, CA 95453
— Phone: (707) 263-2293
— Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM - 11:45 AM
— Website: County Recorder
Fee: $31 per certified copy. Additional copies $31 each.
Ways to Order
In Person: Visit the County Recorder at 255 N Forbes St, Lakeport, CA 95453. Monday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM - 11:45 AM. Most in-person requests are processed the same day or within a few business days.
By Mail: Send a completed application with payment (check or money order) to: 255 N Forbes St, Lakeport, CA 95453. Allow 2-4 weeks for processing and delivery.
Through the State: You can also order from the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) for $31 per copy. See our guide: How to Get a Certified Birth Certificate.
Recent Births
The county recorder has birth records from 1867 to present. For births from the current and previous year, contact the Health Services Department at 922 Bevins Court, Lakeport.
Lake County Specifics
Lake County splits vital records duties between two offices: the Health Services Department handles births from the current and previous year, while the County Recorder at 255 N Forbes St handles all older records. Researchers should contact the Recorder for historical birth certificates. The office accepts cash or check only — no credit cards.
Authorized vs. Informational Copies
Lake County issues two types of certified birth certificates:
— Authorized copy: Can be used to establish identity (for passports, driver's licenses, etc.). Only available to the person named on the certificate, their parents, legal guardians, or other authorized individuals.
— Informational copy: Marked "Informational, Not a Valid Document to Establish Identity." Available to anyone but cannot be used for identification purposes.
What If I Can't Find a Record?
If you can't find a Lake County birth record in our database, consider:
— Trying alternate name spellings or maiden names
— The birth may have occurred in a neighboring county
— Pre-1905 births are not included in the California Birth Index
— Contact the Lake County County Recorder directly at (707) 263-2293
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