Tuolumne County Birth Records
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Tuolumne County Birth Records (1905-1995)
CaliforniaBirthIndex.org provides free access to Tuolumne 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 Tuolumne County Birth Records
Each birth record in our Tuolumne County database includes:
— Full name (first, middle, last)
— Date of birth
— Sex
— Mother's maiden name
— County of birth (Tuolumne 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 Tuolumne County Birth Records
Use the search bar at the top of any page to find Tuolumne 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 Tuolumne County.
About Tuolumne County
Tuolumne County is one of the original 27 California counties, created on February 18, 1850. The name likely derives from a Miwok word meaning "cluster of stone wigwams." Sonora, the county seat, was founded by Mexican miners from Sonora, Mexico in 1849 and became one of the richest Gold Rush towns.
How to Get a Certified Tuolumne 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.
Tuolumne County Assessor-Recorder
— Address: 2 S Green St, Third Floor, Sonora, CA 95370
— Phone: (209) 533-5531
— Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
— Website: Assessor-Recorder
Fee: $31 per certified copy. Additional copies $31 each.
Ways to Order
In Person: Visit the Assessor-Recorder at 2 S Green St, Third Floor, Sonora, CA 95370. Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM. 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: 2 S Green St, Third Floor, Sonora, CA 95370. 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 1850 to present. Mail requests require a stamped, self-addressed return envelope. Allow three working days for processing.
Tuolumne County Specifics
Tuolumne County has birth records going back to 1850, among the earliest in California. Appointments are strongly preferred for in-person visits — call (209) 533-5573 to schedule. Mail requests must include a check or money order payable to "Tuolumne County Recorder" — do not send cash.
Authorized vs. Informational Copies
Tuolumne 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 Tuolumne 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 Tuolumne County Assessor-Recorder directly at (209) 533-5531
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