Vital Records
Vital Records issues birth and death certificates as mandated by Colorado State law. The office also compiles data pertinent to birth and death statistics for submission to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment.
A valid driver's license or other approved form of ID (please see PDFs below) is required to receive birth and/or death certificates.
Certificates are available at the La Junta office at 13 W. 3rd Street, Room 111, La Junta, CO, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
If you need assistance please call John Miller, Deputy Registrar, at 719-383-3044.
Birth Certificates
Application for Certified Copy of Birth Certificate
Otero County Public Health Vital Records Department is able to issue birth certificates for any birth occurring in the State of Colorado from 1903 to present.
Birth Certificate: $20.00
Each additional certificate of the same record ordered at the same time: $13.00
Payment may be made by cash, check, or money order. Credit cards are not accepted.
Death Certificate
Application For Certified Copy of Death Certificate
Death certificates are only issued for deaths occurring in Otero County.
Death Certificate: $20.00 (Effective 8/1/2012)
Each additional certificate of the same record ordered at the same time: $13.00 (Effective 8/1/2012)
Payment may be made by cash, check, or money order. Credit cards are not accepted.