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''[[United States|United States ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Indiana|Indiana ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[ | ''[[United States|United States ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Indiana|Indiana ]] [[Image:Gotoarrow.png]] [[Indiana_Vital_Records|Vital Records]]'' | ||
== Introduction to Vital Records == | == Introduction to Vital Records == | ||
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== Vital Records Reference Dates == | == Vital Records Reference Dates == | ||
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*''Indiana Source Book: Genealogical Material from the Hoosier Genealogist,'' This source encompasses more than just marriage records. It includes more than 175,000 indexed names. {{FHL|360073|item}} The [http://www.in.gov/library/ Genealogy Division of the Indiana State Library] has microfilm indexes of Indiana marriage records from 1958 to the present. The [http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/ Allen County Public Library] has these microfilm indexes for 1962 to 1992. | *''Indiana Source Book: Genealogical Material from the Hoosier Genealogist,'' This source encompasses more than just marriage records. It includes more than 175,000 indexed names. {{FHL|360073|item}} The [http://www.in.gov/library/ Genealogy Division of the Indiana State Library] has microfilm indexes of Indiana marriage records from 1958 to the present. The [http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/ Allen County Public Library] has these microfilm indexes for 1962 to 1992. | ||
<br>The Indiana State Board of Health published abstracts of post-1958 marriage records annually from 1958 to 1965. These published volumes are available at the [http://www.in.gov/library/ Indiana State Library] and the [http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/ Allen County Public Library]. The Family History Library has them for 1960 and 1964. | <br>The Indiana State Board of Health published abstracts of post-1958 marriage records annually from 1958 to 1965. These published volumes are available at the [http://www.in.gov/library/ Indiana State Library] and the [http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/ Allen County Public Library]. The Family History Library has them for 1960 and 1964. | ||
== Death Records == | == Death Records == | ||
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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 [http://www.in.gov/isdh/20422.htm] 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. | 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 [http://www.in.gov/isdh/20422.htm] 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> | ||
=== Coroner's Records === | === Coroner's Records === | ||
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*[http://www.genealogycenter.info/search_pre1882deaths.php Pre-1882 Indiana Deaths] at the [http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/ Allen County Public Library] - Free, incomplete. | *[http://www.genealogycenter.info/search_pre1882deaths.php Pre-1882 Indiana Deaths] at the [http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/genealogy/ Allen County Public Library] - Free, incomplete. | ||
'''Indexes on Microfilm copy:'''<br> | '''Indexes on Microfilm copy:'''<br> | ||
*[http://www.in.gov/library/countyrecords.htm Indiana State Library] | *[http://www.in.gov/library/countyrecords.htm Indiana State Library] | ||
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*[[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche from a Family History Center|Family History Centers]] | *[[Ordering Microfilm or Microfiche from a Family History Center|Family History Centers]] | ||
'''Original Typescripts of Indexes: '''<br> | '''Original Typescripts of Indexes: '''<br> | ||
*[http://www.in.gov/library/countyrecords.htm Indiana State Library] <br> | *[http://www.in.gov/library/countyrecords.htm Indiana State Library] <br> | ||
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The Office of the State Registrar can conduct a search for medical information for the adoptee: [http://www.in.gov/icpr/webfile/formsdiv/09966.pdf State form SF47261]. | The Office of the State Registrar can conduct a search for medical information for the adoptee: [http://www.in.gov/icpr/webfile/formsdiv/09966.pdf State form SF47261]. | ||
Mail a copy of signature identification and this completed form to the address below: | Mail a copy of signature identification and this completed form to the address below: <br>Indiana State Department of Health <br>Indiana Adoption Medical History Registry P.O. BOX 7125 <br>INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46206-7125<br>Allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing of your request. | ||
<br>Indiana State Department of Health <br>Indiana Adoption Medical History Registry P.O. BOX 7125 <br>INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46206-7125<br>Allow 4 to 6 weeks for processing of your request. | |||
== Additional Helps == | == Additional Helps == | ||
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