A birth certificate can be used to prove identity, age, and citizenship.
Note that there are the long-form and the short both issued at the vital records office, but sometimes the short form or informational birth certificate will not be accepted for some procedures.
In general, the Birth Certificate is a useful tool for some reasons like get a passport and driver license, replace a Social Security card, receive government benefits, etc.
In general, the Birth Certificate is a useful tool for some reasons like get a passport and driver's license, replace a Social Security card, receive government benefits, etc.