Find Rush County Birth Records
Rush County birth records are kept at the health department in Rushville, Indiana. This central Indiana county has about 16,500 residents and sits east of Indianapolis. The Vital Records staff at the health department handles all birth certificate requests for the county. If you need a certified copy of a birth certificate for someone born in Rush County, this page explains the process from start to finish. You will learn who can request records, what it costs, and how to get your copy either in person or through the mail.
Rush County Quick Facts
Rush County Birth Certificate Office
The Rush County Health Department is where you go for birth records in this county. The office is at 211 North Perkins Street in Rushville. Call 765-932-3592 for questions about fees, hours, or what to bring. Rush County has birth records dating back to 1882, though the oldest records from the 1880s may have some gaps.
For a walk-in request, go to the Rushville office during business hours with a valid photo ID. You fill out a form and pay the fee. Staff will search the Rush County records and print your birth certificate. Same-day service is typical for walk-in visitors. All certificates are printed on security paper that meets the standards in IC 16-37-1-7. The watermarks and security patterns make these documents accepted for passports, driver's licenses, and all other legal uses where proof of birth is required.
Call ahead to confirm the current fee and payment methods accepted at the Rush County office.
| Address | 211 N. Perkins St., Rushville, IN 46173 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 765-932-3592 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday (call for exact times) |
| Website | in.gov/localhealth/rushcounty |
Who Can Request Rush County Birth Records
State law controls who gets a certified birth certificate. Under IC 16-37-1-10, only people with a direct interest can request a certified copy from Rush County. This protects personal information while still letting family members and authorized individuals get what they need.
The person named on the Rush County birth certificate can request it at age 18 or older. Parents listed on the record can also get a copy. Legal guardians with court-issued documents, attorneys acting on behalf of the person, and government agencies with a lawful need all qualify too. Grandparents, siblings over 18, and a current spouse can request Rush County birth records with proof of their relationship. For genealogy research on deceased persons, a non-certified informational copy may be available. Ask the Rush County Health Department about options for older records.
How to Get Birth Certificates in Rush County
Walk-in service at the Rushville office is the fastest option. Bring ID, fill out the form, pay, and wait for your Rush County birth certificate. Most requests are handled the same day.
You can also order by mail. Send your request to the Rush County Health Department at 211 North Perkins Street, Rushville, IN 46173. Include the full name on the birth record, date of birth, your relationship to the person, a copy of your photo ID, payment as a check or money order, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Processing takes about one to two weeks depending on how busy the Rush County office is at the time.
The Indiana Department of Health keeps copies of all Indiana birth records from 1907 onward, including Rush County births. The state fee is $10 for the first copy and $4 for each extra copy. You can order by phone at (866) 601-0891 or online through VitalChek, the only state-approved vendor. VitalChek adds its own service fee. State orders take 10 to 15 business days. Under IC 16-37-1-11, the search fee is non-refundable even if no record is found. For Rush County births before 1907, you must go through the local health department.
Correcting Rush County Birth Records
Errors on birth certificates can be corrected. Under IC 16-37-1-8, the Rush County Health Department can handle minor changes like a spelling fix or a date that is off by one day. You need supporting documents that are at least ten years old as proof.
Court orders are needed for bigger corrections. Legal name changes and records that have already been amended once fall into this group. After the court issues its order, the birth record is updated at the state level and a new Rush County certificate can be printed. Adding a father through a Paternity Affidavit is done at the health department. Both parents show up with valid ID and sign the form. The Rush County birth record is updated the same day after everything is processed.
Note: For questions about what documents you need for a correction, call the Rush County Health Department at 765-932-3592.
Rush County Birth Records Resources
The Rush County Health Department page on the state website has office details and links to vital records services.
Visit this page before your trip to the Rushville office to check hours and get directions for your Rush County birth certificate request.
Cities in Rush County
Rush County includes Rushville, Glenwood, and a number of small unincorporated communities. None have a population above 25,000. All birth records for people born in Rush County are filed with the health department in Rushville.
Nearby Counties
These counties are next to Rush County. Birth records are filed in the county where the birth took place. Check which county a hospital is in before making your request.