Death Certificates

What is Death Certificates?

A death certificate is an official document issued by the government that certifies the death of an individual. It contains vital information about the deceased person, such as their full name, date of birth, date of death, place of death, cause of death, and other identifying details.

What are the types of Death Certificates?

There are two main types of death certificates: informational and certified. Informational death certificates are typically used for genealogical research or informational purposes, while certified death certificates are legally required for matters such as estate settlement, insurance claims, and government benefits.

Informational Death Certificate
Certified Death Certificate

How to complete Death Certificates

Completing a death certificate is a crucial step in the documentation process after someone passes away. Here are some steps to help you complete a death certificate accurately:

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Gather all necessary information about the deceased individual.
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Fill out the required fields on the death certificate form.
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Ensure all details are accurate and complete before submitting the form for official processing.

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How to order Order Online and Receive by MailCostNonrefundable $48.50 base fee: $25 certificate fee (per record). $12.50 Health Department Vital Records processing fee. $11.50 VitalChek fee. Additional fee for expedited shipping.3 more rows
When death occurs at home or a place of business. If the person was not under hospice care, the police will have to be notified immediately. The police will be dispatched to the home and place the call to the coroner/medical examiner.
Are Death Certificates Public in Washington? Yes, Washington State is an open record state.
In this case, you'll need to complete an application in person or by mail. In Alabama, you need to enter the legal name of the deceased, the date of death, county of death, sex of the deceased, date of birth, Social Security number, and race.
In Person in Alabama: You may go to any county health department in the State of Alabama to obtain a certified copy of an Alabama death certificate. Most death certificates can be issued while you wait. A map showing locations of county health departments where vital records may be obtained is available.
Customers can obtain most vital records from the Center for Health Statistics through their county health department in 30 minutes or less. Records may also be obtained through the mail in about 7-10 days.