Birth Resulting in Stillbirth

In 2006, Florida’s governor signed into law legislation that allows for the issuance of a certification for a Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth.  This law, section 382.0085, Florida Statutes, is known as Katherine’s Law.  

The Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth is not proof of live birth and may not be used to establish identity. Gestation must be 20 weeks or more, and there must be a fetal death certificate on file with the Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics in order for a stillbirth certificate to be prepared.

The information included on the stillbirth certificate comes from the fetal death certificate.

Read How to Apply for a Florida Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth before starting the application process.

The Application for Florida Certificate of Birth Resulting in Stillbirth includes instructions, fees, and mailing information.

For more information, call 904-359-6900 or visit FloridaHealth.gov.