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Maryland Death Records

To begin, add a death record or view a list of locations and resources for Maryland death records.

Making A Request For Maryland Death Records

The Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene maintains all Maryland death records. The Department has on file all deaths that occurred after 1969, and previous deaths can be requested from the state archives.

Ordering Methods

There are several ways that you can place an order for Maryland death records. The easiest methods are to visit the Department in person to make a request and receive same day service, or to make a request by mail and receive the certificate in about 2 weeks. There is also the option to order Maryland death records online through an independent provider for an extra charge.

Persons Allowed Access

Maryland death records are available on restricted access. Since they are not part of the public record, they can only be accessed by the surviving relative of the deceased or their representative, the director of the funeral home, and those who can prove a legal need to access the record.

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State of Maryland

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Census Statistics (MD)

# of Deaths in 2005: 306274 (805.5 per 100,000 people)
# of Infant Deaths in 2005: 631 (8.46 per 100,000 people)
Death Rate per 1000 People in 2004: 7.8
Number of Deaths in 2004: 43232
Number of Infant Deaths in 2004: 630
Rate of Infant Death per 1000 Live Births in 2004: 8.4

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Maryland Death Certificates

How to request Maryland death certificates by mail:

Step 1: To make a request for Maryland death records by mail, you will need to start by filling out a Maryland Death Certificate application.

Step 2: Proof of identity is required to accompany your application. This can be a copy of your current photo ID or two other approved documents that establish your identity.

Step 3: Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope with your application and identification, along with a check or money order covering the $12 fee. Mail these to the Division of Vital Records.

For more assistance on accessing Maryland death records, you can contact Vital Records below:

Maryland Department of Health
Division of Vital Records
P.O. Box 68760
Baltimore, MD 21215-0036
(410) 764-3036

Maryland Death Record Resource Links

Maryland Death Record Locations

Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
1825 Century Blvd
Atlanta, MD 30345
p (800) 232-4636
Anne Arundel County Department of Health
Anne Arundel County Department of Health 3 Harry
S. Truman Parkway
Annapolis, MD 21401
p (410) 222-7095
Howard County Health Department
7178 Columbia Gateway Drive
Columbia, MD 21046
p (410) 313-6300
Prince George Health Department
6450 Administration Drive
Prince George, MD 23875
p (804) 733-2630
Reisterstown Rd Plaza
6550 Reisterstown Road
Baltimore, MD 21215
p (800) 832-3277