Original birth records prior to an adoption are sealed records. Original records may be opened by court order or at the request of the adoptee, if the adoptee is of legal age (18 years old or older). To obtain an uncertified copy of the before adoption birth certificate, the adoptee must submit a written notarized request. View a Sample of a Written Notarized Request (PDF).
The fee for a copy of this record is $20. Make check or money order payable to "Kansas Vital Statistics"
Please mail your request to: Adoption Clerk Office of Vital Statistics 1000 SW Jackson Suite 120 Topeka, Ks 66612-2221
If you have any questions, please contact our office.