Declaration of Paternity/Parentage forms are protected forms not available to the public and may only be issued by a birth facility immediately following birth, the State Office of Vital Statistics and its designee . This is to ensure that all parties are provided with written and oral/audio information regarding rights and responsibilities.

SNHD is a designated agency.

As a designated agency SNHD must:

• • Determine the use of the Declaration of Paternity/Parentage is appropriate
  • Ensure the child was born in Clark County, Nevada and is under the age of 21 years
  • Obtain valid identification from all signatories; Both parents must be present
  • Provide written and oral/audio information concerning paternity
  • Assist signatories in the completion of the Declaration of Paternity/Parentage
  • Review of the legal rights and responsibilities

Vital Records will witness Declaration of Paternity documents by appointment only.

A Minor Father Addendum is required for all minor fathers, this form requires a notary.

Witness Fee: $10.00 (card or money order) Cash is not accepted.

Appointments are held for 30 minutes.  If you do not arrive within the 30-minute timeframe your appointment will be cancelled, and you will need to reschedule.

Only one appointment is needed per family. Please do not schedule an appointment for each child.