Cabarrus County Birth Records

The Cabarrus County Register of Deeds in Concord manages birth records for the county. This office holds birth certificates dating back to 1913 for all births that took place within Cabarrus County. Residents can request copies in person at the Concord office, through the mail, or using the county's online vital records request system. Cabarrus County also participates in the Statewide Birth Database, which allows the office to issue certified copies for births that occurred anywhere in North Carolina from 1971 forward. This makes the Concord office a convenient option for many families across the state.

Cabarrus County Certificate Fees

Cabarrus County charges $24.00 for the first certified copy of a birth certificate and $15.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. Uncertified copies sent by mail cost $1.00 each. The office accepts cash, checks, Visa, and MasterCard as payment. These fees apply to both in-person and mail requests.

The higher fee in Cabarrus County reflects the county's participation in the Statewide Birth Database. This system lets the office search and issue certified abstract copies for births across North Carolina from 1971 to the present. It is a faster option for those who do not want to contact the county where the birth took place.

Out-of-County Birth Certificates from Cabarrus

Cabarrus County can issue certified abstract copies for persons born anywhere in North Carolina from 1971 forward. This service has some limits. It does not cover births before 1971. Records for adopted individuals are not available through this system. The same applies to delayed birth registrations filed more than one year after the birth occurred.

Image copies are not available through the statewide database. Only abstract copies can be issued. If the parents were born outside the United States, Mexico, Canada, Puerto Rico, Guam, the Virgin Islands, or Cuba, the record may not be available through this method. In these cases, you will need to contact the county of birth or the NC Office of Vital Records directly.

Note: The statewide database fee is $24.00 for the search and first certified copy.

Cabarrus County Register of Deeds Contact

The Concord office welcomes walk-in visitors during business hours. You can also submit requests through the Cabarrus County online vital records request page.

How to Get a Cabarrus County Birth Certificate

You must provide certain details to get a birth certificate. These include the full name on the record, date of birth, and place of birth. The mother's maiden name and father's name are needed as well. Your relationship to the person on the certificate and a valid photo ID are both required.

Under North Carolina law, only eligible persons may receive certified copies. This includes the person named, immediate family, legal representatives, and those with a lawful need to determine personal or property rights.

The Cabarrus County vital records page has more details about the request process and lists the forms you will need.

Birth Records and Cabarrus County History

Cabarrus County was created in 1792 from Mecklenburg County. Its county seat, Concord, sits in the south-central part of the state. The county has seen steady growth over the years and is now home to more than 200,000 people. Birth records have been kept here since 1913.

Before that date, there was no formal system for registering births in Cabarrus County. Church records and family bibles are the main sources for earlier births. The State Archives bible records collection holds entries from families across the state, including many from the Cabarrus County area. The Cabarrus County Register of Deeds website offers online access to many recorded documents.

Cabarrus County Birth Records Resources

The Cabarrus County Register of Deeds website provides an overview of services and links to request forms.

This screenshot shows the main page for the Cabarrus County Register of Deeds, where you can find links to vital records services and online ordering options.

The vital records section covers birth, marriage, and death certificate procedures in detail.

This page outlines what you need to bring and how to request certified copies of birth certificates from the Concord office.

Genealogy in Cabarrus County

Family history researchers find Cabarrus County records useful for tracing roots in the south-central Piedmont region. The FamilySearch Cabarrus County page offers free access to digitized records and research guides. Census data, land records, and court files add more layers to any search.

Cabarrus County's growth near Charlotte means many families moved between the two counties over the years. Checking birth records in both Cabarrus and Mecklenburg counties can help close gaps in a family tree. Marriage records, land grants, and tax rolls at the Concord office offer more clues for researchers working on roots in the south-central Piedmont area. The early German and Scots-Irish settlers who came to this part of North Carolina left a strong mark on the region's churches, farms, and public records that genealogy researchers can still trace today.

Note: Uncertified copies at $1.00 each are a cost-effective choice for genealogy work.

Amending a Cabarrus County Birth Certificate

Errors on a Cabarrus County birth certificate can be corrected through the state amendment process. The NC Vital Records amendment page explains how to fix misspelled names, wrong dates, and other mistakes. You will need to provide documents that support the correction. The Concord office can help you get started and answer questions about the process. Processing times vary based on the type of change and the volume of requests at the state level.

Nearby Counties

Cabarrus County is surrounded by several Piedmont counties in the south-central part of the state. Birth records in each neighboring county are handled by a separate Register of Deeds office.