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Death Records
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Death Records
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What death records can tell
The most common type of death record is the death certificate. When someone dies and you need to go through probate, you must have a copy of the death certificate. This gives you access to the individual’s bank accounts and vehicles along with any property they owned. The coroner will fill out the death certificate and send a copy to the funeral home.
If you need an older copy, go through the Bureau of Vital Statistics. A death certificate lists the name and age of the individual along with when and where they died. You may see other information such as how much they weighed or how tall they were.
Probate records are another type of death record. When someone dies and the family wants to divide their property, they must go through probate. If the person left behind a will, they can file it. Many people die without wills, which is when the family needs to follow the rules of the state.
The property usually goes to the individual’s spouse and their kids if they didn’t have a spouse. Probate records show you who received the property and list any family members involved in the process. You’ll also see how long the probate took and who administered the estate.
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