KDHE Office of Vital Statistics

Category: State government office in Topeka, Kansas

Address: 1000 SW Jackson St # 120, Topeka, KS 66612, USA

Phone: +17852961400

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 9AM–4PM

Tuesday: 9AM–4PM

Wednesday: 9AM–4PM

Thursday: 9AM–4PM

Friday: 9AM–4PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Brianna Willcutt

Aug 15, 2022

Ordered my son certificate in June. It’s now August. I’ve spoken to two dif reps. No one helps. Miss information from all sides. Now after paying for shipping ect. I have to make a trip to Topeka.

Trent Ballard

Jun 17, 2022

Horrible experience. I drive an hour to get a birth certificate. And as soon as I fill out the kiosk..... they say their processors are down......... I need the birth certificate by Monday. And they're saying I can come back another time or order it online.

Gary Dezotell

May 27, 2021

They misspelled my spouse's name on my newborn's birth certificate. I have tried calling to get the issue resolved, but I am just transferred to a voicemail and nobody calls me back. I asked the operator if I could email the correct department, but he refused to give me their email address stating I could just ask them for it. That is kind of hard to do if they never answer or return calls.

OilyBikersLife DotCom

Jan 7, 2020

What a great experience. System is set up for efficiency. Karla was a ray of sunshine and helped me get everything I needed. Came prepared to stay a while and we were out in nothing flat even with a room full of people. Way to go Kansas! Thank you Karla! It was a joy to get to work with you on this sunny (non-snowy) day.

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Questions & Answers

Can you get your birth certificate the same day?

D May | Sep 4, 2018
Michelle Seal | Sep 4, 2019

Yes

How much does it cost to get a copy of my birth certificate

Rick Freeman | Sep 4, 2018
Emma S. | Sep 4, 2018

$15 for a copy

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What do you need to bring in order to get your birth certificate

Keely Jackson | Sep 4, 2018
Julie Homer | Sep 4, 2018

Valid drivers license or id

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Will offices be open on 7/5/2019 to get birth certificates?

Adrian Kirkwood | Sep 4, 2019
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 4, 2019

Yes we will be open 9-4.

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Anonymous | Sep 3, 2022
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I need to get a certified copy of my sons birth certificate, however, in the process of ordering it online, it looks like it will take several weeks and in the past I was able to get these quicker. why is that? Plus it cost me $89????

Roxanne “Rox” Schreiner | Jan 6, 2022
Sheila Crouch | Jan 6, 2022

If you download the IKAN app, you can order it, $20, and either have it mailed or pick it up

Can a bank card be used! Or actual credit card?

Tisha Barry | Sep 3, 2021
Jonathan Medina | Sep 3, 2021

Bank card is fine. They will accept it.

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Can I drive to Topeka to get a copy of my birth certificate the same day?

Jody Myers | Sep 3, 2021
Judy Frost | Dec 7, 2021

its closed to walk ins i was just there

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What do I need to ask for a new birth certificate for my daughter

Vicente Mejia-Lopez | Sep 3, 2020
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 3, 2020

You can visit our website at kdhe.gov and click on vital records for many different ways to order as well as fees that associate. It's super easy!

Can you order an amended birth certificate?

Kelley Schmitz | Sep 3, 2020
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 3, 2020

If you have questions.... You can call the office during business hours.

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how do i get a copy of my marriage license

Megan Boleski | Sep 3, 2020
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 3, 2020

You can call or walk in during the office during business hours. If you can wait to receive it. There's also a way to order copies by mail or onlne. I have made the trip to walk in to get different records. It not a hard thing to do. Marriage & Death Certificates are Public records and can be picked up by anyone.

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Can I fill out application online and walk in to pick up?

Casey Cain Malone | Sep 3, 2020
Pete Romano | Sep 3, 2020

I'm not sure you can do that through the office or not. I can say that when you get there there are a number of screens that you log all of your information in and what you need. When they call you to the window they're prepared to help you quickly. I noticed there are a lot of online places that will help you get your documents but they charge a fee and I'm not sure they're associated with the office.

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How much does it cost to get a copy of a marriage certificate/license.? I was married in Independence, Kansas on 7/18/2003

Vernatha Hill | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

In person Go to Curtis State Office Bldg., 1000 SW Jackson, Ste. 120, Topeka, KS 66612. M-F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Enter the revolving doors on the north-west side of the building, behind the flagpole. Payment made by cash, check, money order, or credit card. $15 for each certified copy call (785)296-1400 or (877)305-8315 ONLINE http://www.kdheks.gov/vital/

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How do you get a birth certificate the same day?

Shirley Driskill | Sep 4, 2019
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 4, 2019

HI Shirley! As long as we have your certificate on file and we have app, proper identity and eligibility (along with payment) u will walk out with it the same day (takes 20 min max once u pay). Walk in hours are 9-4 mon-fri. Hope that helps! Come in and see us!!😀

Can I get a copy of birth certificate and marriage certificate same day? If I go to Topeka.

Susan Janke | Sep 4, 2019
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 4, 2019

Hi Susan as long we have them both on file. Then yes you can!😀

Do I have to drive all the way to Topeka to get birth certificates or is there somewhere local to get it, like in Missouri?

Child Whisperer | Sep 4, 2019
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 4, 2019

Kansas records are only available through the topeka office but can be ordered in alternative ways besides making the drive.. visit Kansas department of health and environment and choose vital records to obtain all ordering options.

Can you get your birth certificate send out there the mail if u don’t live in Topeka

sauce With the kicks | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

You can also call the office to get help while you are on the website too.

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How much do certificates cost?

Letty Burns | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

They start at $15.00 for a certificate.

I'm from wichita ks . To obtain a marriage certificate do I go to topeka ks ? I'm married I just need the marriage certificate

Vanessa Garcia | Sep 4, 2019
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 4, 2019

Yes topeka is the only vital records in Kansas. Walk in hours are 9am to 4pm Monday through Friday. Or u can go to KDHE.com and find out how to order by mail, etc.

Does anyone know if the water main break was fixed? Going to be driving from Winfield but don't want to drive up if it is not open today.

Barbara Wilson | Sep 4, 2019
John Samqua | Sep 4, 2019

It's been fixed

What hours of operation will the vital records department be open this week? 11-19 thru 11-23 Thank you for your time and professionalism

Ricky Line | Sep 4, 2019
Alyssa Miller | Sep 4, 2019

The building is closed today due to a water main break. Unsure about the status of the building for Tuesday or Wednesday. Office will be closed Thursday & Friday.

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What does it cost to get a copy of a birth certificate?

Recovery Hope | Sep 4, 2019
Darren Crumm | Sep 4, 2019

Plus delivery

If you have no i.d., no birth certificate, or social security card how can a person go about obtaining these?

Tammy Leonard | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Question... have you ever had an ID in Kansas? If so you maybe able to contact someone to help get it replaced. Your ID has your picture on it and the state has a copy on file. Family maybe able to help you to obtain replacement documents.

Where's parking for this building?

Thomas Holdeman | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

There's street parking & parking lots.

What form of ID and how many do you need to get a copy of your birth certificate

Glenda Shelby | Sep 4, 2018
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2018

Picture ID issued by state or federal gov or Passport.

I recently order a birth certificate with a name change, I filled out all the info and when they sent it to me it was just a copy. I need my name change by the 20th because of my fafsa. can kansas vital records send me the correct one?

ian benderman | Sep 4, 2018
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2018

Call the office directly, during business hours.

Can you change your childs first name? I been tryin to seek help i am wanting to change my daughters first and last name

Monica Obrien | Sep 4, 2018
Chelle Hanson | Sep 4, 2018

I change my daughters middle and last. You have to have a judge order it and if there is another parent you will have to have permission. This requires an attorney in the state of Kansas and sometimes a guardian ad litem as the childs best interest has to be protected.

I need a copy of my birth certificate for the new drivers license you have to have by 2020. My question is I have a birth card from 1965, but they won't accept it, it has to be a paper copy. Will my copy be paper? Don't want to waste the money.

Pat Boyer | Sep 4, 2018
Renee | Sep 4, 2018

The copy you get from vital statistics is what the dmv is looking for. 15$ is what they charge

How much does a marriage license copy cost?

Eleanor Sanders | Sep 4, 2018
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2018

You live close to Topeka? Walk in and they look it up and you pay $15 per copy and can leave with it.

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Is there stairs in the building?

Meshelle Gray | Sep 4, 2018
jack jackington | Sep 4, 2018

Yes there are stairs. There is also an elevator. 3 actually.

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Can I get my birth certificate delivered overnight?

Ali Issa | Sep 4, 2018
Darren Crumm | Sep 4, 2018

Not sure I don't remember how long it takes to process. Received via UPS fairly quickly

Where to get birth certificate

Randy Sawyer | Sep 4, 2017
mike aiken | Sep 4, 2018

Birth certificates.and at one time social security cards ECT.. But not anymore! Just birth certificates......

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Can I get my great grandmothers death certificate corrected to show information left out?

William J. Dinwiddie | Aug 4, 2022
Kurrie Albright | Aug 4, 2022

Yes.

Where on my birth certificate will I find the time of birth?

Richard Zimmerman | May 6, 2022
Joe O'Kelly | Jun 5, 2022

Most birth certificates will not show the time of birth anymore

how to receive an original marriage certificate, how do I receive one?

MaryJane Navarro | May 6, 2022
Erika Allenbrand | May 6, 2022

If you go there, you can have them give you one in person. If you don't need it right away, their website has a way to order them and have them mailed.

can i get a c0py of my divorce decree

steven woodman | Apr 6, 2022
Joe O'Kelly | Apr 6, 2022

Decrees are housed at the county level. So no

how can i get a copy of my birth certififed for free

DarRonda Jacobson | Mar 7, 2022
Antonia L | Jul 5, 2022

Can I get a certified birth certificate the same day?

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Do you do passports with photos

RANDY Tenbrink | Oct 8, 2021
Kenyon Moran | Oct 8, 2021

No they do not

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Can I get a birth certificate for my daughter all in the same day...and how much does it cost?

Mary Johnson | Sep 3, 2021
Kellee Tinsley | Sep 3, 2021

Yes and it's $15.

Are they open to the public yet

cheryl hermanson | Sep 3, 2021
Aylisa Kendall | Sep 3, 2021

Yes

Where do i send more documents of who i am .too.

Jeanette Staggs | Sep 3, 2021
Adam Shiflett | Sep 3, 2021

I don't understand your question.

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How do I find out if I was legally married in early 2000

Katie Lane | Sep 3, 2021
Dylan Hinrichs | Sep 3, 2021

Have you tried calling the office at (785) 296-1400 ?

A friend of mine needs a copy of her birth certificate can I help her get one she has no relatives here to get one and what will she need and what will I need

angel mondragon | Sep 3, 2021
Candace Noonan | Sep 3, 2021

I ordered mine online from their website and picked it up when they emailed me stating it was ready. The requirements for obtaining it is also listed there. However I had no photo ID to use so I called them and explained the situation and they accepted my other id forms ( ss card and utility bill/ bank statement. For proof of residence) I did have to answer questions online regarding my history that was asked about me for verification of citizenship. You can also have them mail the copy yo you if you don't want to pick it up.

How can I get a copy of my husband's death certificate

Ella May | Sep 3, 2021
Lonnie Matthews | Sep 3, 2021

https://www.kdheks.gov/vital/about_ovs.html

Who do I call to see if I can get my driver's licenses back

Meretta Kiser | Sep 3, 2021
Christina Kinsey | Sep 3, 2021

Topeka DMV

my son needs a birth certificate immediately but now lives in Texas. What is the fastest way to get it?

Brenda Huddleston | Sep 3, 2020
Travis Triggs | Sep 3, 2020

https://www.kdheks.gov/vital/birth_howto.html

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Do I have to make appointment to get a birth certificate

kim meade | Sep 3, 2020
Kaitlyn Johnson | Sep 3, 2020

You actually need to order online and pick will call. They will email you once you have it

What is the cost to get a birth certificate from the state of kansas

Gerald Baker | Sep 3, 2020
Scott Sieve | Sep 3, 2020

$20 for the first copy and $15 for additional copies

How do I get a birth certificate when my ID driver's license is not valid anymore

Shannon Ryburn | Sep 3, 2020
Deb Barsick | Sep 3, 2020

It took a minute to get my granddaughters first ID. You HAVE TO HAVE THE FOLLOWING:: Social Security card After ordering it on line. We ordered it online, within 48 hours, they notified us it was ready. Drove down to Topeka to pick it up. 20.00 & 15 minutes later, we were on our way home.

will the office be open on July the 3rd and are walk ins welcomed. how much for a birth certificate when purchased on the spot. thanks betty E.

Betty Ellis | Sep 3, 2020
Scott Sieve | Sep 3, 2020

they aren't accepting walk ins at this time. You need to go onto their website and order the birth certificate online and they will let you know when it's ready for pick-up. It usually is a 3 day waiting period

Are walk ins available as of now (June 1st, 2020)?

Grabiela Morales-Ramos | Sep 3, 2020
Ruby Retana | Sep 3, 2020

Yes

Is the office open today ? Jan 17,2020. I keep calling the recording keeps saying there closed for business

tiara gary | Sep 3, 2020
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 3, 2020

We are closed today and will be open back up tue at 9am.

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Can I get a copy of a marriage certificate from 1970?

Jacque Frost | Sep 4, 2019
Vicki Hardwick | Sep 3, 2020

I got my marriage certificate from 1971 earlier this year. It was $15 plus $12 or 13.95 to order online. Took about a week to get it.

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Can you check on the status of your order if you ordered your birth certificate by mail.

Karl Westermeyer | Sep 4, 2019
Henri Menager | Sep 4, 2019

Call 785-296-3283

was married in KS but now I live in Texas,how do I go about getting divorce papers,or find out if I'm divorced

Yvonne McAfee | Sep 4, 2019
Henri Menager | Sep 4, 2019

Call 785-296-3283

What information do i need to get a copy of my childs birth certificate?

MyShell Gray | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Your photo ID to show relationship to child.

If i was to go there what info would I need physically to get my birth cert that same day

euria odell | Sep 4, 2019
euria odell | Sep 4, 2019

Its for me....so I just need my id I have all the info about my parents. Except the location of my mothers birth and she is no longer alive

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Why does it cost 15 for certifcate. 12.50 expedited servivce fee then when u get to end u either choose 19.50 ups air or regular mail when u order on internet? Talk about ripoff.

Lavonne Sharp | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Have you contacted the KDHE office directly. You can call them by phone 1-877-305-8315. Or online link http://www.kdheks.gov/vital/birth_howto.html

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Where is my birth certificate? I have been waiting since March of 2019 Now its June. It has definitely been long enough.

Daryl Chronister | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Have you called the office on the phone? +1-877-305-8315

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My husband and I are not yet divorced, however it shows he was married in Geary County on 04/05/2019. This means to me that he must have lied on his application? or is it not asked? Who would I notify? Thank you.

Patrik Skelenger | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Contact Geary County, to make your inquiry with them.

If I send certified mail will this speed up the process?

Joyce Seiwert | Sep 4, 2019
Leann Bond | Sep 4, 2019

I sent a return self-addressed stamped envelope to them with my request and I've been there at the office, and I've called them on the phone and I live in Indiana. The people there are extremely nice and efficient.

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We have marrige license from butler county is it different from marriage certifcate?

Angeline Dauba | Sep 4, 2019
Angeline Dauba | Sep 4, 2019

Yes,we got married on the judge in court house but base on the paper it says Marriage license instead of marriage certificate. Is it the same?

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is it possible for someone from another state to get his birth certificate?

Justin Fuentes | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Justin if you have someone that needs a birth certificate and was born in the state of Kansas this is where to get their birth certificate. But you must have the proper id in order to get it. A family member can walk in and get a document with the proper id or a form filled out by the person needing the document. Call the office during business hours and they can help you. It's not difficult to get help.

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Is there where I get a death certificate?

Jessica Cannon-Lear | Sep 4, 2019
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 4, 2019

Absolutely! We are open 9am to 4pm.. come I'm with proper I'd and we will get you started.

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Does anyone know if they will be open Tomorrow 2-18-19, since it’s president day?

Lilia Barajas | Sep 4, 2019
Cory Ingham | Sep 4, 2019

The state offices are open, so they should be too

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I am needing get copies of marriage certificates and possibly divorce papers--if I come in to get those, is there anything that I need to bring with me? --will I be able to get them while I am there?

Roberta Schilling | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Your photo ID maybe needed. Places & dates are also needed. But depending on where and when how long the research may take. I got documents from the 1960s and was in & out with them in less than a hour. ** NOTE. But the county has to file in vital records with the state in ordered to get them.

I don’t have dates for a copy of old marriage license. Can I still get it?

Sonja Orem | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

If you have county, names, where, when and your ID. You should be okay. I had to get a divorce decree from the 60s and they found it.

Is this office open at 9

DeAndra Heard | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Yes

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Can you get your birth certificate during the government shutdown?

Dane Butts | Sep 4, 2019
Mary M | Sep 3, 2021

Yes

What all do I need to get a copy of my birth certificate

forrest thieman | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Photo ID helps.... http://www.kdheks.gov/vital/birth_howto.html

What proof do you need to get a birth certificate for a 10 yr old child

theresa Henderson | Sep 4, 2019
Kimberley Ortega | Sep 4, 2019

If the child is yours. You only need a non expired government issued ID

All i have is a ssc card is there any way to get my birth certificate

Garret Bohnen | Sep 4, 2019
Brenda Warren | Sep 4, 2019

Call vital statics and ask them

can you get a copy of a birth certificate the same day?

Amber White | Sep 4, 2019
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2019

Yes, only if you to the office during business hours.

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Can I order a birth certificate and have it delivered overnight or top priority mail

Regina Swift | Sep 4, 2018
Darren Crumm | Sep 4, 2018

Yes you sure can

How much does it cost to get a death certificate from 1967

Linda Gilbert | Sep 4, 2018
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2018

$15 for the dc. But if you aren't able give great details they may have to research to find it.

How much does it cost to get a copy of my marriage certificate?

margaret marquez | Sep 4, 2018
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2018

$15.00 each

Need copy of marriage license, where do I go?

Becky Burkhart | Sep 4, 2018
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2018

You can call them or go to the county if where (you got) married.

can a relative pick up a certified divorce certificate for me, if so what does she need ?

Sonia Esquivel | Sep 4, 2018
Julie Homer | Sep 4, 2018

An immediate family member can With a valid id

What do I need to get a copy of my birth certificate? My ID is expired

Shelly Gigstad | Sep 4, 2018
Renee | Sep 4, 2018

You can use 2 alternative forms of ID such as.... a bank statement... utility bill... or car registration/ insurance with your current address. There are other options as well.

I requested a birth certificate, went through Bureau of Vital Statistics and through Vital check. I did not order the speedy way, but it's been over 10 days plus. Have I been scammed?

Gary Mortimer | Sep 4, 2018
Renee | Sep 4, 2018

Vital check isn't a scam. Might try calling up there and seeing if they have your order. They should be able to look it up. It could have gotten returned in the mail

Will it be open April 2 2018

Karina Acosta | Sep 4, 2018
jack jackington | Sep 4, 2018

Yes

If I don't have my ID or Social, what else can I use to get my birth certificate?

Lalashia Carter | Sep 4, 2018
Darren Crumm | Sep 4, 2018

Social Security Office will issue you a new card free.You get 9 free ones OVER a lifetime, unless they changed policies

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I need to obtain an original copy of my marriage certificate. I understand I cannot obtain records from Girard, Kansas any longer. Can you help?

Sharon Smith | Sep 4, 2018
Darren Crumm | Sep 4, 2018

Got my birth certificate, no problem fast easy

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If I was born abroad in Germany but my parents were in the army stationed from ft Riley to Berlin do I get my birth certificate here??

T'Anna Awesome | Sep 4, 2018
Tracy Sexton | Sep 4, 2018

I believe you need to contact the State Dept. You may have to go through the U.S. Embassy. It's a pain in the bottom for sure.

Does the billfold size certificate have the same info as the full size

Carolyn Mote | Sep 4, 2018
CREAZY ASHELL | Sep 4, 2018

Yes

What does it costeoporosis to get a death certificate

Doneva Strawmyer | Sep 4, 2017
Ruth Vineyard | Sep 4, 2017

$ 15 for each copy. But if they have to research it, there may be an additional cost for that as well.

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