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We are an authorized online vital records ordering service for Sacramento 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.

Sacramento County Recorder 3636 American River Dr. Suite 110 Sacramento , CA, 95864
Phone 800-984-3456
Fax 877-411-8140
Visit the Sacramento County Recorder website.Opens a new tab to an external website.

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About Vital Records from Sacramento County Recorder

SACRAMENTO COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Sacramento County Recorder (Sacramento County Vital Records) issues Authorized and Informational copies of Sacramento County birth certificates, Sacramento County death certificates, and Certified Sacramento County marriage records (for marriage licenses that were issued in Sacramento County). You may order copies of Sacramento 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 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 Sacramento County from 1850 to present.

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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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