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Alameda county death certificate 2025

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This document provides instructions for completing an application to obtain an unrestricted certified copy of a death record in Alameda County, California. It outlines the necessary information required from the applicant, including details about the deceased and the applicant's contact information. The document specifies eligibility criteria for obtaining the death record under California Health and Safety Code Section 103526, detailing who may request a copy. Additionally, it includes instructions for notarization and submission of the application.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Alameda County Death Certificate application in the editor.
In the 'Death Certificate Information' section, print or type the number of copies requested, the name of the deceased, date of death, and city of death.
Next, fill out your information in the 'Applicant Information' section. Include your name, address (no P.O. Box), telephone number, and email address.
Review item 3 and check the appropriate box that authorizes you to obtain an unrestricted certified copy of a death record based on your relationship to the registrant.
Complete and sign the sworn statement in item 4 in front of a notary public. Ensure they acknowledge your signature.
Finally, mail the original application along with Sections 4 and 5 completed and payment to Alameda County Clerk/Recorder at the specified address.

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Are CA death certificates public record?

The California Department of Public Health Vital Records (CDPH-VR) maintains a permanent, public record of every death that has occurred in California since July 1905.

How to get a death certificate in Alameda County?

In most cases, it will take about 4-6 weeks to receive a death certificate in California after the request has been submitted. However, if the certificate is ordered through a funeral home, it may take only 2-3 weeks for you to have it mailed to you.

What is the easiest way to get a death certificate?

Death in the U.S.: how to get a certified copy of a death certificate. Contact the vital records office of the state where the death occurred to learn: How to order a certified copy of a death certificate online, by mail, or in-person.

How long does it take to get a death cert in California?

Death records are available two weeks after the date of event. You may request a copy from either the county of death or from the California Department of Public Health Vital Records (CDPH-VR).