FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 9, 1998
Contact: Gregory J. Smith
(619) 531-5507

ASSESSOR TO ISSUE ALL COUNTY BIRTH CERTIFICATES
Change Designed to Save Money, Increase Efficiency

Need a copy of a birth certificate?

Starting August 1, they’ll be available exclusively at the County Assessor/Recorder/Clerk’s Office. Until now, the certificates also were available at the County Health Department office on Rosecrans as well as the Assessor/Recorder/Clerk’s offices. The consolidation is being made to save taxpayer dollars and provide better public service.

"All birth certificates will now be available at our various offices conveniently located throughout the County," said Gregory J. Smith, San Diego County Assessor/Recorder/Clerk. "My goal is to make it easier and more convenient for the public."

Copies of birth certificates are available for $15 by mail or in person at the following five offices of the Assessor/Recorder/Clerk: