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1. Who is eligible to obtain a copy of a birth certificate?

The person named on the birth certificate and the parents of the person named on the birth certificate are eligible.

2. Who is eligible to obtain a copy of a death certificate?

Spouses, parents, children, or siblings of the deceased can obtain a certified copy of the death certificate. Please provide proof of your relationship to the deceased when applying for the copy.

3. What are examples of eligible parties to obtain birth/death certificates that are not family.

Other eligible parties are those with a:

• Documented lawful right or claim
• Documented medical need
• New York State Court Order

4. Who is eligible to obtain a genealogy birth certificate copy?

Anyone can request a genealogy copy if the person is deceased and the certificate has been on file for at least 75 years.

5. Who is eligible to obtain a genealogy death certificate copy?

Anyone can request a genealogy copy once the death certificate has been on file for at least 50 years.