If you have any questions please call us at 444-7143 or you may e-mail us at deb.benitez@douglascounty-ne.gov

Where is the County Clerk’s office located?
What hours is the County Clerk’s office open?
How do I get a copy of my birth certificate?
How do I get a copy of my divorce decree?
Where do I go or who do I contact about a court date?
How do I register to vote?
How do I become a Notary Public?
Does the County Clerk’s office issue passports?
Is the County Clerk elected or appointed?
How long does the County Clerk serve in a term?
Marriage Licenses

Where is the County Clerk’s office located?

The County Clerk’s office is located downtown in the Omaha-Douglas Civic Center. Our address is 1819 Farnam, Room H08, Omaha, Nebraska 68183. Click here to get directions to our office from your location.

What hours is the County Clerk’s office open?

The Clerk’s office is open Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 pm. We do not close during the lunch hour. The Clerk’s office is closed for legal holidays.

How do I get a copy of my birth certificate?

Copies of birth certificates can be obtained by contacting the Vital Statistics section of the Douglas County Health Department at 444-7205. If the birth certificate was not issued in Douglas County but in the State of Nebraska contact the Nebraska Health and Human Services Department located at 301 Centennial Mall South, Lincoln, Nebraska. Contact them at 402-471-2872 for proper fees and office hours.

How do I get a copy of my divorce decree?

Divorce decrees that were filed in Douglas County are kept on file in the office of the Clerk of the District Court. To obtain a copy of your decree please contact their office at 444-7018. Their office is located on the 3rd Floor in the Hall of Justice, Room 300.

Where do I go or who do I contact about a Court date?

You may contact the Clerk of the County Court at 444-5428. You may also contact the following:

Traffic Court                       444-5386
Civil/Small Claims Court     444-5424
Criminal                            444-5387

How do I register to vote?

You may register to vote by contacting the Election Commissioner’s office. Their office is located at 225 N. 115th Street, Omaha, Nebraska 68154 and their phone number is 444-7200.

How do I become a Notary Public?

The Secretary of State’s office processes the paperwork to become a Notary Public. You can contact their office in Lincoln at (402) 471-2558. You can also go online to Secretary of State’s Web site for more information. All forms must be returned to:

Secretary of State
Notary Division, Room 1301
State Capitol, Lincoln, NE 68509

Does the County Clerk’s office issue passports?

No. Passports are issued by the Post Office. Please call 1-800-275-8777 to find a Post Office near you that services Passports. Passport information is also available at the U.S. State Department's Web site.

Is the County Clerk elected or appointed?

The County Clerk is elected.

How long does the County Clerk serve in a term?

The County Clerk serves a four-year term.