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Knox County, TX Birth, Death, Marriage, Divorce Records

Knox County records are maintained by the Knox County Clerk, who keeps vital statistics originals; the state maintains copies. Birth and death records are confidential for 75 years and 25 years, respectively . Statewide recording began in Texas in 1903. Records kept include birth and death certificates and marriage licenses. Certified copies are provided only to qualified applicants, but anyone can obtain a verification letter. Copies of vital records may be obtained at the state website (http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/vs/default.shtm); a certified copy of a birth certificate costs $22.00; death certificates and marriage certificates cost $20.00 each. Requests can be made online or by mail through the state.

Knox County Recorder Office - Birth, Death, Marriage & Divorce Records

Knox County
PO Box 196
Benjamin, TX 79505
Hours of Operation: 8AM-N, 1-5PM CST
Phone: 940-459-2441
Fax: 940-459-2005
Real Estate: 940-459-2441
Assessor: 940-459-2411
Treasurer: 817-459-2251
Appraiser: 940-459-3891
Elections: 940-459-2441
Vital Records: 940-459-2441
Recording Officer: County Clerk
Records Online: Real Estate, Grantor/Grantee, Deed, Lien, Judgment
Assessor Fax: 940-459-2004
Assessor Address: 1 Main Place