Documentation of Adoptions

The Washington State Department of Health, Center for Health Certificates, maintains  information for the entire state. This office may be of assistance to persons searching for a birth parent or adopted child.

Please see the relevant statutes below regarding information and documentation of adoptions.

• RCW 26.33.345 Search for Birth Parent or Adopted Child - Limited Release of Information

• RCW 26.33.347 Consent or Refusal to Release Adoptee's Identifying Information