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How to Find Delaware Death Records
Death Records in Delaware
The State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services Division
of Public Heath - Office of Vital Statistics oversees the issuing of
certified death certificates for people who died in the state of
Delaware.
Obtaining a certified copy of a death certificate in Delaware is
restricted due to privacy concerns and to prevent identity theft and
fraud. In order to request a certified copy of a death certificate, the
requester must be one of the following:
� The husband or wife of the deceased
� The child of the deceased
� The parent of the deceased
� The legal guardian of the deceased
� The authorized agent, attorney or legal representative of the deceased
or of any of those listed above
� An authorized genealogical interest
Proof of eligibility to request a certified copy of a death certificate
is required in all cases. Making false statements on the death
certificate application or unlawfully obtaining a death certificate in
Delaware is a felony violation of Delaware law.
How to Obtain a Certified Copy of a Delaware Death Certificate
Obtaining a certified copy of a Delaware death certificate is fairly
simple. You can apply in person, by mail, by phone or online provided
you have the proper documentation to do so. All requests must be include
a written application which can be found here:
http://www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dph/ss/files/death.pdf
The application is one of the simpler ones to fill out compared to other
states. You�ll need to provide the name of the deceased, the date of
death, the deceased�s father�s name and the maiden name of the
deceased�s mother.
To Apply In Person:
You can visit any of three Office of Vital Statistics offices in
Delaware to apply in person. Make sure to bring your filled in
application (or fill one out there), picture ID, appropriate fees and
all required documentation to prove your eligibility to request the
death certificate.
Limestone Building
2055 Limestone Road
Wilmington, DE 19808
Office Hours are from 8:00AM to 4:15 PM Monday through Friday (closed
most holidays)
Jesse S. Cooper Building
417 Federal Street
Dover, DE 19901
Office Hours are from 8:00AM to 4:15PM Monday through Friday (closed
most holidays)
Georgetown State Service Center
546 S. Bedford Street
Georgetown, DE 19947
Office Hours are from 8:00AM to 4:15 PM Monday through Friday (closed
most holidays)
To Apply By Mail:
Download the request form from the link provided above, fill it out and
attach a copy of your valid picture ID, appropriate fees, and copies of
any required documentation to prove your relationship to the deceased
and mail to:
Delaware Health and Social Services
Division of Public Health
Office of Vital Statistics
Jesse S. Cooper Bldg
417 Federal St.
Dover, Delaware 19901
To Apply By Telephone
Call the Office of Vital Statistics to request a death certificate by
telephone. Their number is 1-877-888-0248.
To Apply Online
You can request a certified copy of a Delaware death certificate by
accessing the online web service www.vitalchek.com. This service works
hand-in-hand with the State of Delaware to obtain a certified copy of
the death certificate. By using this service, you will be charged
additional service fees and shipping fees. Take note that this service
doesn�t necessarily speed up the process. And you will need to prove
your identity and establish your relationship to the deceased regardless
of the service you choose.
Fees
Each certified copy of a Delaware death certificate costs $10. Fees are
non-refundable and even if the death record is not found the initial fee
is kept as a search fee. Make your check or money order payable to:
Office of Vital Statistics. Don�t forget to include a copy of your photo
ID and any supporting documentation.
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