Death records are only available to those who have a personal or property right interest with the decedent. If you are not a relative of the deceased person, a letter or document from the office or agency that needs the death certificate must accompany the request.
When ordering a death record, please submit the following:
- Death Certificate Application for Search of Death Record Files, completed in full and signed; or a signed letter setting forth the decedent’s full name, date of death, place of death, date of birth and birthplace, social security number, full name of parents, including maiden name of mother; and name of husband or wife; applicant’s relationship to decedent; and intended use of document;
- Legible copy of your valid photo I.D. card;
- A self addressed stamped envelope;
- Fees for certified copies of death certificates are $16.00 for the first copy and $8.00 for each additional. (Resolution 649)