LexisNexis VitalChek Network Inc. is a government-approved organization, so you don’t have to worry about hidden charges, inflated prices, or the security of your personal data when ordering official San Diego death record copies. As America’s #1 resource for official government-issued vital records, VitalChek offers the convenience of secure credit card processing, rush delivery and 24-hour customer service.

VitalChek is your direct connection for ordering official San Diego death record copies online from San Diego Vital Records. An official death record copy issued through our service typically has a raised or stamped seal and/or special security paper, depending on the issuing state’s requirements.

For your enhanced security, selecting an express delivery service, such as UPS or FedEx, when ordering official San Diego death record copies is recommended. Choosing an express delivery service provides the ability to track your shipment from the time it’s sent by San Diego Vital Records to the time it reaches your door, as well as providing insurance should your delivery be lost or damaged in transit.

SAN DIEGO COUNTY DEATH CERTIFICATESSan Diego County Recorder issues authorized and informational copies of San Diego County death certificates. Authorized copies of San Diego County death certificates can typically be used to obtain death benefits, claim insurance proceeds, notify social security and other legal purposes. Informational copies of San Diego County death certificates can be used for informational purposes only. Who Can Order? Authorized Copies - All applicants must submit a Sworn Statement and notarized Certificate of Acknowledgment before the order will be processed, forms and instructions will be provided upon completion of your online order. Individuals permitted to receive authorized, certified copies of San Diego County death certificates are listed below.

• The decedent's parent or legal guardian.
• A child, grandparent, grandchild, sibling, spouse or domestic partner of the decedent.
• A member of a law enforcement agency or a representative of another governmental agency, as provided by law, who is conducting official business.
• A party entitled to receive the record as a result of a court order.
• An attorney representing the registrant or the registrant's estate, or any person or agency empowered by statute or appointed by a court to act on behalf of the decedent or the decedent's estate.
• A funeral director ordering certified copies on behalf of the decedent's family.

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.

An official San Diego death record copy is generally required documentation for collecting death benefits or claiming insurance proceeds. Other valid purposes for an official death record copy include:

	Completing a Final Tax Return
	Replacement of a Lost or Stolen Certificate
	Social Security Notification
	Assuming Control of Family Assets Held in the Deceased’s Name
	Probating a Will

In addition to certified death record copies, San Diego Vital Records also issues certified copies of Birth Certificates and Marriage Records for events that occurred within San Diego County. You may order copies of San Diego Vital Records through VitalChek on an expedited basis.