Corrections & Amendments

Corrections and amendments to vital records are governed by Arizona statues and administrative codes.  The process to make changes to a birth or death certificate varies depending on the type of legal change needed and how recently the record was filed.

You may want to call before coming to our office or mailing your request to find out what documentation will be required:

State of Arizona Department of Health Services forms for Amendment or Correction

• Correct a Birth Certificate 
• Amend a Birth Certificate to Acknowledge Paternity
• Change a Child's Name on a Birth Certificate
• Change a Parent's Name on a Birth Certificate
• Correct or Amend a Death Certificate