FAQs
1. How long does it take for me to acquire a death certificate ?
2. What is an inquest?
3. Can I obtain copies of reports concerning someone's death.
4. How far back do the records of this office go?
1. How long does it take for me to acquire a death certificate ?
Depending on the circumstances of death. For a natural death, the time period is normally a week to 10 days. For a death under other than natural circumstances, an average time period is 2 to 6 weeks.
2. What is an inquest?
An inquest is an inquiry into the manner and cause of someone's death. Testimony is given regarding circumstances surrounding the death.
3. Can I obtain copies of reports concerning someone's death.
Yes. If an inquest is to be held, reports are not available until after the inquest. Certain fees apply.
4. How far back do the records of this office go?
The files in our office go back to 1922.
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