Administrative Services
Birth and Death Certificates
We provide same-day certified copies of birth and death certificates in our offices. If the individual was born in Missouri, they or their immediate family members* can receive certified birth certificates. Please have the individual’s name, DOB, and requestor's driver's license. You will fill out a short application, and the cost is $15 per copy. We can print these in the office while you wait.
Death certificates are available with the deceased's name and date of death. The death must have occurred in the state of Missouri and can’t be before 1980. You must be a family member* to apply for the certified death certificate. You will fill out an application and the cost is $14 for the first copy and $11 for each additional copy. We can print these in the office while you wait. If you are not a direct relative* please call the office for additional information on the necessary documentation to process your request.
*Immediate family members for birth certificates, according to the State of Missouri guidelines, include the following: Spouse, parent, sibling, grandparent, child, and Aunt or Uncle. This does not include cousins or “great” relatives.
*Family members for death certificates, according to the state of Missouri Guidelines, include the following: Any family member including in-laws, cousins, and great and step relationships.
Birth and death certificates can also be ordered through VitalChek 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call VitalChek toll-free at 1-877-817-7363 or click the link below to order online. VitalChek charges an additional fee for this service, and additional documentation may be requested.
Voter Registration
Jefferson County Health Department is an official voter registration site. Please stop by any of our offices to pick up a voter registration application form.