Florida Death Records
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The need for accurate statistical data on epidemics and the causes of death was instrumental
in establishing Florida's present day vital records registration system.
Before 1899, some cities enacted city ordinances requiring the recording of vital events
and provided their own system for vital records.
The City of Key West has the oldest known genealogy records, dating back to 1865.
A law was enacted in 1927 providing for the centralization of marriage and divorce records.
Currently, the Office of Vital Records maintains approximately 21.5 million vital records.
If the event you are requesting took place in Florida, you may get certifications from the
following specified locations:
- State Office of Vital Records
All Vital Events Recorded in Florida
- Most Local County Public Health Units
Certifications of Birth and Death Records
- County Clerk of Court
State Records Office:
Office of Vital Statistics
Attn: Customer Services
Post Office Box 210
Jacksonville, FL 32231-0042
Phone: (904) 359-6900 Ext. 9000
Fax: (904) 359-6633
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