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Identity theft is on the rise, and the release of birth and death records is a vulnerable point in this regard. Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 103526, only specific persons are allowed to receive an AUTHORIZED CERTIFIED COPY of a birth or death record.
An AUTHORIZED CERTIFIED COPY of a birth or death record is required to obtain:
Those who are not eligible to receive an AUTHORIZED CERTIFIED COPY of a birth or death record may receive an INFORMATIONAL CERTIFIED COPY with the words "INFORMATIONAL, NOT A VALID DOCUMENT TO ESTABLISH IDENTITY" imprinted across the face of the certificate. Individuals permitted to received an AUTHORIZED CERTIFIED COPY of a death or birth certificate are:
PLEASE NOTE: The County of Santa Cruz can only provide certificates for births or deaths that occurred in Santa Cruz County, regardless of the place of residence. For births or deaths occurring outside Santa Cruz county, please contact the county where the birth or death occurred.
Birth Certificates: $17.00 per certified copy (check/money order in exact amount) Death Certificates: $12.00 per certified copy (check/money order in exact amount) Frequently Asked Questions: Q: What information do I need to obtain a birth certificate?
Q: What information do I need to obtain a death certificate?
Q: Can I request a birth or death certificate by mail? Yes. If you mail your request, your sworn statement must be notarized. You must sign the request in the presence of the notary. If your mailed request indicates that you want an Authorized Certified Copy, but does not include a notarized statement sworn under penalty of perjury, the request will be returned to you without being processed. You can print a copy of the birth or death certificate request form and mail it to us, with a check or money order.
Q: Can I request a birth or death certificate via the Internet with a credit card? Yes. If the birth or death occurred over six weeks ago, you can request a certificate by using your credit card, for an additional $13 fee, by clicking here. You will be connected to the "VitalChek Network". Description of Vital Statistics Program:
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