BIRTH REGISTRATION / CORRECTIONS

1. How can I add the father's information to a birth certificate?

   There are several ways of establishing paternity in Ohio. Our Court recommends contacting the Ohio Paternity Enhancement Program for information on which procedure is correct for your circumstance. Their office is located at 131 North High Street Suite 320 Columbus, Ohio 43215.
   Phone: 1-888-810-6446
   www.oh-paternity.com
   

2. Will a new birth certificate be issued after corrections are made?

   Yes, there will be a new birth certificate issued by the Office of Vital Statistics in Columbus, Ohio. Once our Court has issued a judgment order to correct a birth certificate, a certified copy is sent to the Office of Vital Statistics where the correction to the actual birth record is made. A new birth certificate will also be forwarded to the appropriate health department.

3. How long after a correction or delayed registration is filed will the actual birth certificate be available?

   Since these birth certificates are issued in Columbus, Ohio, the wait time for a new birth certificate can take anywhere from two (2) to four (4) months and often longer. A certified copy of our Court's judgment order can be obtained and may be used to show that a new birth certificate will be issued. Any office requiring a birth certificate may or may not accept the judgment order as proof. It will vary from office to office.