Death Certificates

Quick Facts

  • Death certificates cost $14.00 for the first certified copy, $11.00 for each additional copy at the same visit
  • Same-day pickup or direct mail options available
  • Must have died in the State of Missouri (1980 or later)

Order Death Certificates

Jackson County Public Health provides certified copies of death certificates. For your convenience, we offer services both in-person and by mail.

Walk-In Services

Hours & Location

We offer walk-in services on weekdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Our office is located at 3651 NE Ralph Powell Rd in Lee’s Summit.

Required Documents

To apply for a death certificate in-person, you will need to provide one identity document that displays your name and photograph, such as a driver’s license, passport, or your school, work, or military ID.

If you do not have a photo ID, at least two alternative forms of identification must be presented as follows:

  • Two pieces of mail from two different sources (such as both an electric bill and a water bill) with your first name, last name, and current address

OR

  • One piece of mail with your first name, last 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. Information must be consistent between pieces of mail (if applicable).

Cost

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.

Application Form (PDF)

Step 2: Notarize Printed Form

You must have your 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.

Questions?