How do I request a legitimation?
If there is not a father on the certificate and the mother was not married at birth or anytime during pregnancy, a legitimation of birth can be completed. You can initiate that process at a county vital records office or the state office. A certified copy of the marriage license will be required and both parents will have to sign an affidavit in the presence of a notary. You will also need to request a certified copy of the birth certificate. If you and the father can not come onsite to a county vital records office or the state office, you may submit the request for a birth certificate and a certified copy of your marriage license by mail. Staff will review and determine if legitimation can be completed. Also, state that you want to add the father and provide a phone number where you can be reached during regular business hours. If the father can be added, an affidavit will be mailed which both parents will need to sign in presence of a notary and return with the $15 amendment fee. Th
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