Huntington Birth Record Search
Huntington Town birth records are maintained by the Town Clerk's Office for births occurring within the Town of Huntington. Huntington was first settled in 1647. The NYS Department of Health holds copies from 1881 onward for areas outside New York City. Local clerks may have older records as well.
Huntington Overview
Finding Birth Records in Huntington
Huntington Town birth records are maintained by the Town Clerk's Office for births occurring within the Town of Huntington. Huntington was first settled in 1647.
The Huntington Town Clerk handles records in this area. Huntington Town Clerk issues certified copies of birth, death, and marriage certificates. For events that occurred within Town of Huntington. Address: 100 Main Street, Huntington, NY 11743. Phone: 631-351-3385.
The VitalChek Huntington page shown below can help with birth records research in this area.
This resource provides access to records and information that may be useful when searching for birth certificates.
Huntington Birth Records and Suffolk County
Huntington falls within Suffolk County. While birth records are filed at the local level, the NYS Department of Health also holds copies from 1881 to the present. Mail orders to the state cost $30 per copy. Online orders through VitalChek cost $45 plus processing fees. The toll-free number for the state DOH is (855) 322-1022.
Under New York Public Health Law Article 41, Section 4130, a birth certificate must be filed within five days of the event. Section 4138 limits who can get a certified copy. The person named on the record, a parent, a spouse, a child, or someone with a court order may request one. Valid photo ID is always required.
Huntington Birth Records for Genealogy
The New York State Archives holds microfiche birth indexes that cover Huntington and Suffolk County through 1937. The Archives is in the Cultural Education Center in Albany. No appointment is needed to use the indexes. Staff can deliver genealogy applications to the state DOH by interagency mail.
Genealogy copies of birth records are available from the NYS DOH if the record is at least 75 years old and the person is known to be deceased. The fee is $22 for a one to three year search. Processing takes eight months or longer. Direct-line descendants can access records before the 75-year mark with proper proof of relationship and death.
Getting Copies of Huntington Birth Records
You can get a Huntington birth certificate from the local town clerk, the Suffolk County offices, or the NYS Department of Health. Local clerks charge $10 per certified copy. The state charges $30 by mail or $45 online. Bring valid photo ID for any in-person request. Mail requests need a copy of your ID and a self-addressed stamped envelope.
When you request a birth certificate, include:
- Full name on the birth certificate
- Date and place of birth
- Mother's maiden name
- Your relationship to the person named
- A copy of your photo ID
Under Section 4174 of the Public Health Law, only eligible individuals with proper identification can receive certified copies. If no record is on file, you will get a No Record Certification and the fee is not refunded. For corrections to birth certificates, the NYS DOH has specific forms depending on the type of change needed. Call (855) 322-1022 for guidance.
Huntington Birth Certificate Details
The Huntington Town Clerk serves as registrar of vital statistics for the town. Birth records are kept at the local level for births that took place within Huntington. The clerk can issue certified copies with proper identification. Written requests by mail are accepted with a copy of your ID and payment. Office hours vary, so call ahead to confirm availability.
For older Huntington birth records, the NYS Department of Health holds copies from 1881 onward. The New York State Archives has microfiche birth indexes through 1937 that include Suffolk County. These indexes are free to use at the Cultural Education Center in Albany. No appointment is needed. Staff can deliver your genealogy application to the DOH through interagency mail.
Suffolk County Birth Records
Huntington is in Suffolk County. All birth records for the area are filed locally and also available through the state. For more details on county-level resources, visit the Suffolk County birth records page.
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