Quick Facts
Order Death Certificates
We print certified copies of death certificates at JCPH. For your convenience, we offer express pickup and delivery options.
Apply Online for Express Pickup
Step 1: Complete Online Application Form
Complete and sign the online application. For express pickup service, payment is due when you submit your application.
Step 2: Allow Time for Processing
After submitting your application, allow one to two hours for processing, then pick up any time from 8 a.m. — 4 p.m. at our location in Lee’s Summit (3651 NE Ralph Powell Rd).
Step 3: Provide a Form of ID
When you pick up the certificate, provide one identity document that displays your name and photograph, such as a driver’s license, passport, or school, work, or military identification is required. This type of identification is preferred and must include the applicant’s name and the name of the company or organization issuing the document.
If you do not have a photo ID, at least two alternative forms of identification must be presented as follows:
- Two pieces of mail with your name and current address from two different sources (such as both an electric bill and a water bill)
OR - One piece of mail with your name and current address + your social security card
Physical (printed) documents are required for identification. We cannot accept digital documents or photos displayed on your phone. Mail must include your first name, last name, and current address. Information must be consistent between pieces of mail (if applicable).
Step 4: Review Certificate
Review the certificate for accuracy.
Walk-In Services
We offer walk-in services from Monday — Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.
When you walk in for a death certificate, please provide one identity document that displays your name and photograph, such as a driver’s license, passport, or school, work, or military identification is required. This type of identification is preferred and must include the applicant’s name and the name of the company or organization issuing the document.
If you do not have a photo ID, at least two alternative forms of identification must be presented as follows:
- Two pieces of mail with your name and current address from two different sources (such as both an electric bill and a water bill)
OR - One piece of mail with your name and current address + your social security card
Physical (printed) documents are required for identification. We cannot accept digital documents or photos displayed on your phone. Mail must include your first name, last name, and current address. Information must be consistent between pieces of mail (if applicable).
Death certificates are $14.00 for the first certified copy, and $11.00 for each additional copy at the same visit. We accept debit, credit, or cash. Note: We cannot accept American Express.
How to Apply by Mail
Step 1: Complete Application Form
Complete and sign the birth certificate and death certificate application form.
Step 2: Notarize Form
You must have your Birth Certificate or Death Certificate Application notarized before sending.
Step 3: Prepare Mail
Prepare the following items to mail:
- Include a self-addressed stamped envelope. This will be used to send the death certificate to you.
- Your payment by money order (payable to Jackson County Public Health).
We cannot accept personal checks. We can only accept money orders.
- Notarized completed death certificate application.
Step 4: Mail Items
Mail all of the above to:
Jackson County Public Health
Vital Records
3651 NE Ralph Powell Rd
Lee’s Summit, MO 64064
Step 5: Receive Certificate Back
You will receive the certificate back in the envelope that was provided to us. We process applications and mail them to you within 48 hours (excluding weekends) of receiving them.