Birth Records in La Plata County, CO

Where to get them

Official government sources

The authoritative record holders — straight from the source, no middleman. Many are free; where a standard government fee applies, it’s shown.

• Colorado Vital RecordsOfficial

  Order certified birth and death certificates from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, the official state vital records office.

  About 30 business days$25 first copyOnline, mail, in personValid photo ID; eligible relationship

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• La Plata County Clerk / RegistrarOfficial · Free

  Marriage licenses and many local vital records are filed with the La Plata County, CO County Clerk or Registrar — often the fastest source for La Plata County records.

• CDC — Where to Write for Vital RecordsOfficial · Free

  The CDC's National Center for Health Statistics lists each state's vital-records office, fees, and requirements for birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates (free).