Birth and death records can be obtained at the health department. Records can be requested in person during regular business hours (no appointment necessary) or by mail. The cost for a certified record is $25, payable by cash, check or credit/debit card.

The Registrar assists customers in submitting the appropriate paperwork to request these documents. If a document is not available directly through the City of Shelby, the Registrar can refer you to the agency best able to fulfill the request.

Birth Certificates

Shelby City Health Department can issue birth certificates for births that occurred anywhere in Ohio. Download and complete the birth certificate application and submit to the health department in person or by mail.

Death Certificates

Shelby City Health Department can issue death certificates for deaths occurring only in Ohio. Download and complete the certificate application and submit to the health department in person or by mail.

All original death certificates for Ohio are on file with the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics

Death records prior to 1908 are maintained by the Ohio Department of Health and can be requested through the Ohio Department of Health, Bureau of Vital Statistics Office at.

Bureau of Vital Statistics
4200 Surface Road
Columbus, OH 43228

phone number for public inquiries is 614-466-2531.

Burial-Transit Permits

The health department issues burial-transit permits to area funeral directors. Contact the health department to obtain the necessary permit.

Paternity Affidavits

Paternity affidavits are voluntary and acknowledge a parent-child relationship. The affidavit places responsibility for support of the child on the identified father. To file a paternity affidavit, bring the documentation to the health department during normal business hours. The Registrar will assist you with the process. There is no cost to file an affidavit.