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Non-identifying Information (Non-ID)

At the time of the adoption, the birthparents (most often the birthmother)were asked to supply basic information concerning her family life, her health, education, hobbies and similar things. This information provides the basis for what is referred to in adoption circles as "non-id."

Likewise, adoptive parents supplied similar information to the agencies or lawyers that were handling the adoption.

According to the agencies and lawyers, this information was used to provide a suitable match between adoptive children and their prospective parents.

You can obtain your non-ID from the state of Louisiana. If you have previously obtained your non-id from a maternity home, I would suggest requesting it from the state as well. The state's non-id sometimes releases unknown facts.

Write to
Adoption Services
P. O. Box 3318
Baton Rouge, LA 70821-3318

BE SURE TO GET IT NOTARIZED!!!

*** I think birth-family members are entitled to some non-id facts as well. This might help to narrow your search if you are not sure of the actual birth date, hospital, maternity home etc... If you are searching for an adoptee, you might call and ask what you are entitled to as far as non-id!

LOUISIANA (225)-342-9922 or 1-800-259-2456