Lamb County Birth Records
Lamb County birth records are on file at the County Clerk's office in Littlefield. Certified birth certificates for births in this South Plains county are available from 1903. The County Clerk handles requests in person and by mail.
Lamb County Overview
Lamb County Clerk
The Lamb County Clerk keeps all vital records for the county including birth certificates. The office is in Littlefield, the county seat. Lamb County is in the South Plains region of West Texas, just northwest of Lubbock. Staff at the clerk's office handle birth certificate requests for all births that occurred within county lines.
Birth records in Lamb County date back to 1903. Some records filed more than a year after birth are held as Delayed Birth Certificates. These are also available through the same county clerk office. Lamb County has a mix of agricultural communities throughout its rural landscape. All of them file birth records in Littlefield.
| Office | Lamb County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Address |
100 E. 2nd Street Littlefield, TX 79339 |
| Phone | (806) 385-4222 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Request Lamb County Birth Records
To get a birth certificate from Lamb County, go to the County Clerk in Littlefield or send a written mail request. Include the name at birth, date and place of birth, both parents' names (mother's maiden name), your relationship to the registrant, a copy of your ID, and payment for the fee.
Mail requests go to Lamb County Clerk, 100 E. 2nd Street, Littlefield, TX 79339. Include a check or money order. Do not send cash. The clerk will mail back the certified certificate after processing. For quicker service, in-person visits during office hours work best.
The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics office in Austin also holds Lamb County birth records for births from 1926 onward. Order online at dshs.texas.gov or through VitalChek. Use DSHS Form VS-140 for mail applications. For births before 1926, only the Lamb County Clerk has original records.
Certified birth certificate access in Texas is limited under Health and Safety Code Chapter 192. Only the registrant, parents, siblings, grandparents, a spouse, and authorized legal representatives can get certified copies. You must show valid photo ID with your request.
Birth Certificate Fees
The fee for a certified birth certificate in Lamb County is $22 for the first copy. Each additional copy ordered at the same time costs $3. These fees are set by Texas state law. The state DSHS charges the same base amount.
Pay by check or money order for mail requests. Online orders through the DSHS or VitalChek accept credit and debit cards. Expedited processing at the state level is available for extra cost. Contact the county clerk or check the DSHS website for current wait times.
Note: Confirm current fees before mailing a request. Contact the Lamb County Clerk at (806) 385-4222 or check dshs.texas.gov for up-to-date information.
Texas Birth Record System
Texas uses both county and state offices to hold birth records. The county clerk keeps original records. The state DSHS holds copies from 1926 onward. For older records, the county is the only source.
The vital records system is governed by Health and Safety Code Chapter 192. Texas requires all births to be registered within five days. Once filed, the county clerk holds those records. The DSHS stores a duplicate copy for births after 1926 through the remote access system.
Genealogists researching Lamb County births can also look at the Texas State Library and Archives Commission. Their collection at tsl.texas.gov includes historical birth records and indexes for West Texas counties. Some early records from the South Plains area are indexed online.
Lamb County Birth Records Online
The Texas DSHS Vital Statistics section at dshs.texas.gov is the primary state resource for ordering Lamb County birth certificates. The page lists who can request records, the application process, and ordering options.
The Texas.gov vital records portal provides links to ordering options and additional guidance on getting a certified birth certificate from Lamb County or any other Texas county.
Both portals are available for residents who prefer to request Lamb County birth records online or through the state mail system.
Cities in Lamb County
Littlefield is the county seat of Lamb County. All birth records for the county go through the County Clerk's office in Littlefield.
Other communities in Lamb County include Olton, Sudan, Earth, and Amherst. None currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page on this site.
Nearby Counties
Lamb County is in the South Plains region of West Texas. Check the county of birth when requesting records from nearby areas.