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Adoptions Finalized between Jan. 1, 1964 – Sept. 18, 1996 H.B. 84 Adoption Records Sealed –
Only Opened by a Court Order
Court-Ordered Request for Release
An adoptive person older than 21 and who was adopted between Jan. 1, 1964 through Sept. 18, 1996 can petition the court that granted the adoption to request Vital Statistics to search for releases received from the biological parent(s). If a release is found, a notice is given to the court to release the adoption record.
Authorization for Release
The biological parent or sibling can file an authorization form that gives permission for their identity to be released to adoptee. If the adoptive person petitions the Ohio probate court for his/her adoption information, then filed authorization release information will be provided to the adoptive person through the court.
Withdrawal of Authorization for Release
Biological parent or sibling has filed an authorization giving their permission to release their identity. The biological parent or sibling then changes their mind and decides that they do not want their identity released.
Withdrawal of Authorization for Release – Parent
Withdrawal of Authorization for Release – Sibling
To request a form by telephone or mail a request:
Ohio Department of Health
Vital Statistics
P.O. 118
Columbus, Ohio 43216-0118
Telephone: (614) 466-4784
Last Reviewed: 7/31/08 |
