Cleburne County Birth Records
Birth records for Cleburne County are available at the county health department in Heflin. This office belongs to the Northeastern Public Health District and has access to Alabama's statewide vital records system. Cleburne County sits in northeastern Alabama along the Georgia border, with Heflin serving as the county seat. The Talladega National Forest covers portions of the county. Health department staff can access birth certificates for any Alabama birth, not just local records. Most walk-in requests are completed within 30 minutes.
Cleburne County Quick Facts
Cleburne County Health Department
The Cleburne County Health Department operates as part of the Alabama Department of Public Health's Northeastern District. Located on Brockford Road in Heflin, this facility provides vital records services along with immunizations and disease prevention programs.
| Address | 90 Brockford Road, Heflin, AL 36264 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (256) 463-2296 |
| Fax | (256) 463-2772 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| Website | alabamapublichealth.gov/cleburne |
The office may close during lunch and on state holidays. Parking is available on-site. Walk-ins are accepted during business hours.
How to Request Birth Certificates
In Person
Visiting the health department is the quickest option. Bring valid photo ID such as a driver's license, state ID, or passport. Complete an application at the counter. Staff search the database and print the certificate while you wait.
When requesting for another person, demonstrate your eligibility. Parents can request for their children. Adult children can get parents' records. Spouses, siblings, grandparents, and legal guardians are also eligible.
By Mail
Mail requests go to the Center for Health Statistics in Montgomery. Download Form HS-14 from the ADPH website. Include ID photocopies and pay by check or money order to "Center for Health Statistics." Mail to P.O. Box 5625, Montgomery, AL 36103-5625.
Online
VitalChek handles online orders with additional processing fees. Visit the ADPH website and follow the online ordering link.
Fees
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Search (includes first certified copy) | $15.00 |
| Additional copies (same order) | $6.00 each |
| Expedited mail processing | $15.00 extra |
Payment at the Cleburne County office includes cash, checks, and money orders. Call to verify credit card acceptance.
Legal Requirements
Birth certificates are restricted for 125 years under Alabama Code § 22-9A-22. The Alabama Administrative Code 420-7-1-.22 specifies eligible requesters.
Eligibility
The person on the certificate (if 14 or older), parents, spouses, adult children, siblings, grandparents, and legal guardians may request copies. Attorneys need written authorization from an eligible party.
Identification
Valid, unexpired photo ID is required. Accepted forms include driver's licenses, state IDs, passports, and military IDs.
Birth Registration
Alabama required statewide registration starting January 1, 1908 under Alabama Code § 22-9A-7. Pre-1908 records may exist in church records, family bibles, or county files.
Delayed Registration
Unregistered births can be filed under Alabama Code § 22-9A-9. Births over five years ago require documentary evidence. Fee is $20.00. Contact the Center for Health Statistics at (334) 206-2637.
Corrections
Errors are corrected through the Center for Health Statistics under Alabama Code § 22-9A-19. Fee is $20.00.
Adoption Records
Adults 19 or older can request non-certified copies of original birth certificates for $25.00. An original signature is required.