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We are an authorized online vital records ordering service for Mendocino 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.
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About Vital Records from Mendocino County Recorder
MENDOCINO COUNTY VITAL RECORDS
The Mendocino County Recorder issues Authorized and Informational copies of Mendocino County vital records including Mendocino County birth certificates, Mendocino County death certificates, and Mendocino County marriage records (for marriage licenses that were issued in Mendocino County).
Mendocino County Vital Records participates in the VitalChek Network, allowing you to order the following certificates online 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
Birth Informational Copy
If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the birth certificate, 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 identification purposes.
Birth Authorized Copy
An authorized, certified birth certificate copy that can typically be used for travel, passport, proof of citizenship, social security, driver's license, school registration, personal identification and other legal purposes. Birth Certificates are available for events that occurred in Mendocino County from 1867 to present.
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 Mendocino County from 1873 to present.
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.
Public Marriage Authorized Copy
A certified copy of the public marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage certificates are available for licenses that were issued in Mendocino County Recorder.
Confidential Marriage Authorized Copy
A certified copy of the confidential marriage certificate. This is not a copy of the marriage license. Marriage certificates are available for licenses that were issued in Mendocino County Recorder.
Marriage Informational Copy
If you are not eligible to receive an authorized copy of the marriage certificate, 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 identification purposes.
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