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How to Obtain Florida Birth Certificates in Highlands County

Original title: Florida Certified Birth Certificates - Highlands County Tax Collector

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What this does

Residents of Highlands County can obtain official birth records locally for a fee, provided they meet eligibility requirements and present valid identification.

Who is mentioned in the record

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Highlands County Residents

Residents are the primary users eligible to obtain birth certificates through the local Tax Collector's office.

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Key Facts

Certified birth certificates are available for individuals born from 1930 to the present.
The fee for the first copy is $18.25, or $15.75 if purchased during a driver's license transaction.
Additional copies of the same certificate cost $8.00 each.
Applicants must be the registrant (18+) or a parent listed on the record.
Valid identification such as a Driver’s License, Passport, or Military ID is required.
Required information includes child's full name, date of birth, county of birth, and parents' full names.
Accepted payments include cash, check, money order, certified funds, and credit/debit cards.
Credit/debit card transactions incur a 3% processing fee with a $0.50 minimum.
Birth certificates for those born before 1930 must be requested from the Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville.
Using a vital record for false or fraudulent purposes is a third-degree felony under Florida law.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a birth certificate for someone born before 1930 at the Tax Collector's office?

No, you must contact the Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville for records prior to 1930.

What forms of identification are accepted?

Primary forms include a valid Driver’s License, Identification Card, Passport, or Military ID Card.

Is there a fee for using a credit card?

Yes, there is a 3% processing fee with a minimum charge of $0.50.

Summary

The Highlands County Tax Collector provides certified copies of Florida birth certificates for individuals born from 1930 to the present. Residents must provide valid identification and specific personal details to apply, with fees varying based on whether the certificate is requested alongside a driver's license transaction.

Why It Matters

Residents of Highlands County can obtain official birth records locally for a fee, provided they meet eligibility requirements and present valid identification.

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Birth Certificate Availability

The document notes that birth certificates are temporarily unavailable at all Tax Collector offices, directing users to the Health Department instead, despite listing fee structures for the Tax Collector's office.

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Connected Entities

organizationHighlands County Tax Collector“Office responsible for issuing birth certificates”Map →

personEric T. Zwayer“Highlands County Tax Collector”Map →

organizationHighlands County Health Department“Alternative location for birth certificates”Map →

organizationBureau of Vital Statistics“Contact for records prior to 1930”Map →

Sources

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www.hctaxcollector.com

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