We will assist you in ordering as many certified copies of the death certificate as you determine are necessary. Please keep in mind that these certified copies carry a fee set by each County. Some local County's fees are as follows:
Most of the places requiring a death certificate will need a certified copy rather than a photocopy. Certified copies are printed on a special safety paper with a raised seal that are available only through the Office of Vital Statistics. The following is a partial listing of places where a death certificate MAY be required:
This is not a complete list. Additional certified copies could be required and certified copies may not be needed in every listed case. Please consult your financial / legal advisor for further assistance in determining the quantity required for your specific circumstances.
SPECIAL NOTE (Long Form vs. Short Form):