Access Davie Birth Records

Birth records in Davie are handled through the Broward County Health Department. Davie is a town in the central part of Broward County, just southwest of Fort Lauderdale. Like all communities in Broward, Davie residents go through the county vital statistics office for birth certificates. The office is on SW 24th Street in Fort Lauderdale. You can order a copy in person, online through VitalChek, or by mail. The steps and fees are the same for everyone in Broward County.

Broward County Health Department

The Broward County Health Department vital statistics office serves all of Broward County, including Davie. The office is at 780 SW 24th Street in Fort Lauderdale, which is close to Davie. The drive takes about 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The main phone number is 954-467-4700. For the vital statistics line, call 954-467-4413.

Davie does not have its own vital records office. All requests go through the county. When you visit, bring a valid photo ID. The staff will ask you to complete a request form and pay the fee. Most walk-in orders are filled the same day. Under Florida Statute 382.013, hospitals register births within five days of delivery. County records go back to 1917. For records before 1930, the state office may be the only option.

The Broward County Health Department website has forms, fee info, and details about vital records services. Check the site before you visit from Davie to make sure you bring everything you need.

How to Order a Birth Certificate in Davie

Davie residents have three options for getting a birth certificate. You can visit the Broward County office in person, order online, or send a mail request. The fees are the same for all three methods (though VitalChek adds its own charge for online orders).

In person is the fastest way. The Fort Lauderdale office is close to Davie. Bring your photo ID, fill out the form, and pay. Most people get their copy the same day. The staff can look up the record and print it while you wait. This is the best option if you need the certificate quickly or want to save on fees.

Online orders use VitalChek, the only vendor approved by the Florida Department of Health. You pay by credit or debit card. VitalChek adds a service fee. The certificate ships by mail after processing. Allow three to five business days for processing, then a few days for delivery. This is a practical choice for Davie residents who cannot visit the office during business hours.

For mail orders, send a completed form, a copy of your photo ID, and a check or money order to the Broward County Health Department at 780 SW 24th St, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315. Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Mail requests take about two to four weeks. Make sure all the info on the form is filled out right to avoid delays.

Davie Birth Certificate Fees

A certified birth certificate costs $15 for the first copy in Broward County. Each extra copy ordered at the same time is $10. These fees are set by Florida Statute 382.0255. The office accepts cash, checks, and money orders for in-person and mail orders.

VitalChek charges more due to their service fee. Going to the Fort Lauderdale office from Davie is the cheapest way to get a copy. If you need more than one, order them together. The extra copy rate is lower, so you save money. A lot of Davie residents pick up two or three at once for school, travel, and other needs.

Who Can Get Davie Birth Records

Florida law limits who can order a certified birth certificate. Under Florida Statute 382.025, birth records are kept confidential for 125 years. Not everyone can get one.

The people who qualify are the person named on the record (18 or older), parents, legal guardians, spouses, children, siblings, grandparents, and attorneys acting for any of those people. You must show a valid photo ID. Guardians need to bring court documents. Attorneys must show proof of representation. If you are not on the list, you can still get an informational copy. It has the same information but is stamped as non-certified. It cannot be used for legal things like passport applications.

Call 954-467-4413 with questions about who can order before making the trip from Davie.

Correcting a Davie Birth Certificate

If there is an error on your birth certificate, you can request a correction. Wrong spellings, incorrect dates, and missing parent info are the usual problems. The Florida Department of Health manages amendments to vital records.

Under Florida Statute 382.016, most changes go through the state office. Small corrections might be handled at the Broward County level. Bigger changes like adding a father's name require a court order or signed paternity acknowledgment. Adoption-related changes need court approval first. Once the court signs off, the state updates the record. Then you can order a new copy with the correct information. Fees for amendments are separate from the cost of ordering copies.

State Birth Record Resources for Davie

The Florida Department of Health oversees all vital records statewide. The state office at 1217 N Pearl St, Jacksonville, FL 32202 has records for every county in Florida. Davie residents can use the state office instead of the Broward County office if they prefer. The phone number is 904-359-6900.

Florida's vital records system is centralized. That means any county health department can access records from any other county. If you were born somewhere else in Florida but live in Davie now, you can request your birth certificate at the Broward County office without contacting the original county. The system links all 67 counties. This is a big plus for people who have moved to Davie from other parts of the state.

The state website has full ordering details that apply to Davie and all other Florida cities.

Nearby Florida Cities

These cities are near Davie and have birth records pages on this site. Most are in Broward County and use the same vital records office.

Broward County Birth Records

Davie is in Broward County. All birth certificate requests for the town go through the Broward County Health Department in Fort Lauderdale. For more about county services, office details, and ordering options, see the full Broward County birth records page.

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