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We are an authorized online vital records ordering service for Sonoma County Recorder.

That means we can process your request fast, affordably, and securely. The only thing faster is doing it in person – but that’s not always possible or convenient, and that’s why we’re here.

Sonoma County Recorder 585 Fiscal Dr. 103 Santa Rosa , CA, 95403
Phone 866-281-1810
Fax 888-985-7423
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About Vital Records from Sonoma County Recorder

SONOMA COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Sonoma County Recorder (Sonoma County Vital Records) issues Authorized and Informational copies of Sonoma County birth certificates, Sonoma County death certificates and certified copies of Sonoma County marriage records (for marriage licenses that were issued in Sonoma County). You may order copies of Sonoma County vital records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.

NOTICE: Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.



NOTICE

Although VitalChek attempts to include accurate and up-to-date information on this site, state and agency information is subject to change without notice. VitalChek makes no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness or timeliness of the information herein and assumes no liability with respect to such information.

Available California (CA) Vital Record Types

Death Informational Copy

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.

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Birth Authorized Copy

An authorized, certified birth certificate copy that can typically be used for travel, passport, proof of citizenship, social security, driver's license, school registration, personal identification and other legal purposes. Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred in Sonoma County from 1873 to present.

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Death Authorized Copy

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 Sonoma County from 1873 to present.

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Birth Informational Copy

If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the birth certificate, 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 identification purposes.

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Public Marriage Authorized Copy

A certified copy of the public marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage certificates are available for licenses that were issued in Sonoma County Recorder.

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Confidential Marriage Authorized Copy

A certified copy of the confidential marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage certificates are available for licenses that were issued in Sonoma County Recorder.

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Marriage Informational Copy

If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the marriage certificate, 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 identification purposes.

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