MENDOCINO COUNTY RECORDER

ADMINISTRATION CENTER
501 LOW GAP ROAD
Room# 1020
UKIAH, CA 95482

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707.463.4376
707.463.4376
707.463.4257

Death Certificates

MENDOCINO COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Mendocino County Recorder issues Authorized and Informational copies of Mendocino County vital records including Mendocino County birth certificates, Mendocino County death certificates, and Mendocino County marriage records (for marriage licenses that were issued in Mendocino County).

Mendocino County Vital Records participates in the VitalChek Network, allowing you to order the following certificates online on an expedited basis.

MENDOCINO COUNTY DEATH CERTIFICATES
Mendocino County Recorder issues authorized and informational copies of Mendocino County death certificates for individuals who died within Mendocino County.

Who Can Order?
To order copies of Mendocino County death certificates online, you must have a valid Mastercard, Visa, American Express or Discover Card.

You may order Mendocino County death certificates through VitalChek's fax service 24 hours a day, 7 days a week . Your fax must contain the following information: a valid Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover card number and expiration date; the full name of the decedent; the date of death; the place where the death occurred; your relationship to the decedent; reason for request; daytime telephone number; whether you desire delivery by regular mail or express carrier; and the street address to which the certificate should be sent; and the sworn statement. If requesting an Authorized copy you must also complete the Certificate of Acknowledgment. Please note that most express carriers will not deliver to a PO box. You may inquire as to the shipping and handling fees for regular, international, or Saturday deliveries by calling VitalChek.

You may order copies of Mendocino County death certificates by mail or in person at the Mendocino County Recorder. If you apply by mail, your request must include: the full name of the decedent; the date of death; the place where the death occurred; your relationship to the decedent; a daytime telephone number; and the address where the record should be sent; and the sworn statement. If requesting an Authorized copy you must also complete the Certificate of Acknowledgment. If you desire further information on applying in person or by mail, you should call the County Recorder.

Where Can The Document Be Shipped?
Mendocino County Vital Records will only ship copies of Mendocino County death certificates to the entitled applicant's address.

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DEATH - AUTHORIZED
An authorized, certified copy of a death record that can typically be used to obtain death benefits, claim insurance proceeds, notify social security and other legal purposes. Death Certificates are available for events that occurred in Mendocino County from 1873 to present.

First Copy: 12.00 Additional Copies: 12.00

DEATH - INFORMATIONAL
If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the death record, you will receive a certified informational copy with the words 'INFORMATIONAL, NOT A VALID DOCUMENT TO ESTABLISH IDENTITY' imprinted across the face of the copy. This document is primarily used for genealogy and cannot be used for legal purposes.

First Copy: 12.00 Additional Copies: 12.00

Order Online
It's the easiest and most efficient method for ordering official birth certificates and other vital records because there is less room for error when you enter the information yourself. Our simple forms have built-in editing features to help ensure the accuracy of your order.

Order By Facsimile
You can submit your facsimile request 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Please fax your completed application to 707.463.4257.

Please see Record Types Explained for vital record descriptions and fees.