Wilson, NY · Niagara County
Application for Copy of Death Record
Use this application to request a certified copy or no-record certification of a death record from the local registrar.
What this form is
This application is for requesting a copy of a death record or a no-record certification through the local registrar. It asks for details about the deceased, the applicant’s relationship and purpose, the requested number of copies, and applicant contact information. Include the required identification copies; applicants who are not the deceased’s parent, child, or spouse at the time of death must also submit documentation of a lawful right or claim.
Who needs it
Anyone requesting a death record copy or no-record certification must complete the application and provide the required identification.
How to submit it
Submit it to the local registrar; the form lists a fee of $10 per certified copy. Submit copies of the required identification and, if applicable, documentation of a lawful right or claim.
About notarization
This application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
How to submit this form
- 1
Download The Application
Download the death record copy application.
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Complete The Application
Enter the deceased’s details, the requested record and copies, your relationship and purpose, and your contact information.
- 3
Gather Required Attachments
Include copies of the required identification and, if applicable, documentation of a lawful right or claim.
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Submit To The Local Registrar
Submit the application and attachments to the local registrar; the form lists a fee of $10 per certified copy.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the death record copy application?
- No. The application is signed and dated without a notary; the signer just signs and dates it.
- How do I submit the death record copy application?
- Submit it to the local registrar with copies of the required identification. The form lists a fee of $10 per certified copy.
- What identification must I include?
- Include copies of either one listed form of valid photo ID or two listed documents showing the applicant’s name and address.
- Who must provide documentation of a lawful right or claim?
- Applicants who are not the deceased’s parent, child, or spouse at the time of death must submit documentation of a lawful right or claim.
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