How to get a certified copy of death certificate?
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How to get a certified copy of death certificate?
My aunt died about a year ago and my mother had to pick up the funeral costs from her own pocket. My mom received a all from my aunts ex-husband’s son saying that there was a policy from my uncle that was in my aunt’s name and sent the letter to my mother. In contacting the insurance company they said they would need a certified copy of my aunt and uncle’s death certificate. We have one of my aunts but can’t get a certified copy from the state. We have tried contacting the son but he will not return our calls. Is there anything else we can do. Can we hire a lawyer in behalf of my mom or aunt?
Asked on November 4, 2011 under Estate Planning, Colorado
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
The way one obtains a certified copy of a death certificate is to go down to the county record's department (office of vital statistics) in the county where the person passed away and order the death certificate. This is the same county office that issues marriage certificates as well. Be prepared to give the date and year of passing.
Given issues of identity theft that is prevalent in this country, you will have to show identification to obtain the certified copy of the death certificate and give the reasons why it is needed.
Good luck.
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