LAKE COUNTY CLERK - Vital Records
Address
18 North County Street
Room 101
Waukegan, IL 60085
(847) 377-2411
Service Hours
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Service Hours - Marriage or Civil Union License Applications
Monday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Wednesday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Thursday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Friday: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Description:
Provides certified copies for the following:
- Birth Records
- Death Records
- Marriage Licenses
- Marriage Records
- Civil Union Licenses
- Civil Union Records
Eligibility:
Open to all
For Birth Records, must be one of the following:
- The person named in the record (if 18 years of age or older)
- The parent of the person named in the record
- A legal guardian who provides proof of court appointment
- An agent with expressed, notarized authorization
*Exceptions to these restrictions apply to those interested in Genealogical Research
For Marriage Records, must be one of the following:
- Individuals who are named in the record
- The child of person named in the record
- A family member, or
- Another individual acting as an agent or legal representative of the person named in the record
*Exceptions to these restrictions apply to those interested in Genealogical Research
For Death Record, must submit a written document naming you as one of the following:
- A licensed attorney acting on behalf of a decedent or his/her estate;
- An agent authorized by power of attorney;
- A court-appointed personal representative, executor/administrator, or
- An agent with expressed, notarized authorization
Languages:
Spanish
Program Fees:
Fees vary
Intake Process:
Call, visit online, or in-person during service hours
Documents Required:
- Varies depending on services
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
None
Volunteer Opportunities:
None
Date of Official Change:
July 31, 2025
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