Obtaining Death Records: A Step-by-Step Guide

Finding out if you can obtain a copy of a death record is just a few clicks or a phone call away. Follow the steps below to find out if you can obtain a copy of a death record.

Things You'll Need

• Internet acccess
• Telephone

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Instructions

• 1

  Contact the recorder's office of the county where the death occurred.

• 2

  Tell the recorder your relationship to the deceased and ask if you can have a copy of the death record.

• 3

  Check the county recorder's Web site for more information about who can obtain a copy of the death record. Most sites display this information.