Are NYC death records public?
Are New York death records public? Death certificates for deaths that occurred at least 50 years ago are available to the general public. The NY State Department of Health offers death indexes (outside of NYC) dating back to 1880 on microfiche. The NYC Department of Health has death records for 1948-present.
How do I find death records in NYC?
Call 311 or 212-NEW-YORK (212-639-9675) if you are calling from outside NYC. You can also email the Office of Vital Records Services at [email protected]
How do I find information about someone who has died?
Search the listings
One of the simplest ways to find out if someone you know has passed away is by using an obituary search online. There are plenty of reliable sites to search for obituaries, but one of the most reputable is Legacy.com. This website lets you browse by last name, country, date or keywords.
How do I find old obituaries in NY?
You can search for death certificates and other official government records through NY.gov. While there are limitations to statewide resources, the local options for genealogical searches as well as obituary data are plentiful, and you should be able to find what you’re looking for with a little time and effort!
How do I find local deaths?
If you know the newspaper, or at least the town where a person lived and died, then a newspaper website can be a good place to begin. Many newspapers have digitized their archives, making it easier to locate older obituaries as well as recently published obituaries.
Is cause of death public record?
A death certificate is a permanent public record of the disease or injury responsible for the death (the cause of death) and the explanation of how the cause arose (the manner of death).
How do I get my deceased parents medical records in NY?
If you are a family member of a deceased patient, you can request information if:
- You have proof of the patient’s permission prior to his/her death.
- It is relevant to your own health, and is requested by your physician.
- You are the executor of the estate and have included a copy of court papers.
Where do I get a death certificate in New York?
If the person died in New York City (Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, and Staten Island), you can order a certified copy of the death certificate online or by mail from the Office of Vital Records.