Are divorces public record in PA?
Are divorces public record in PA?
Unless otherwise ruled by court order, divorce records are public information in Pennsylvania.
When did Pennsylvania start issuing birth certificates?
1906
How can I get a copy of a death certificate in PA?
For telephone services: You may order a death certificate by calling VitalChek, Pennsylvania’s authorized service provider at (24 hours/day, 7 days/week). In addition to the standard death certificate fee of $20, a $10 processing fee also applies. Payment is by credit card.
WHO issues death certificates in PA?
The Pennsylvania Department of Health, Division of Vital Records maintains records of births and deaths that occurred in Pennsylvania from 1906 to the present. The Division of Vital Records issues only certified copies of birth and death records.
What is the first thing you do when your spouse dies?
You will need certified copies of your spouse’s death certificate to prove the passing of your spouse and to claim benefits or to switch over accounts into your name. Ask the funeral home for at least a dozen or more copies. You may also need certified marriage certificates to prove you were married to the deceased.
