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== Death Records == | == Death Records == | ||
Death records began in a few Indiana cities as early as the 1870s, but the first law requiring county registration of death was passed in 1882. In 1900, all deaths were to be registered with the state. Compliance with the law varied until 1920 and deaths that occurred were now always recorded. To obtain a copy of the birth record, contact the [ | Death records began in a few Indiana cities as early as the 1870s, but the first law requiring county registration of death was passed in 1882. In 1900, all deaths were to be registered with the state. Compliance with the law varied until 1920 and deaths that occurred were now always recorded. To obtain a copy of the birth record, contact the [[county health department ]]the child was born in. The [http://www.in.gov/isdh/20422.htm county health departments] are often faster and more affordable than the Indiana State Department of Health. Birth records from the Indiana State Department of Health can only be ordered through [https://www.vitalchek.com/ VitalCheck.com] and you must know the date and city of birth. | ||
When ordering a death record, request a "copy of the original certificate for genealogical purposes." This ensures an actual copy of the birth record instead of a typed version of the record. You must also show proof of your relationship to the individual. [http://www.in.gov/isdh/files/Id_requirements.doc Requirements for ordering a birth record.]<br> | When ordering a death record, request a "copy of the original certificate for genealogical purposes." This ensures an actual copy of the birth record instead of a typed version of the record. You must also show proof of your relationship to the individual. [http://www.in.gov/isdh/files/Id_requirements.doc Requirements for ordering a birth record.]<br> | ||
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