Application for Certified Copy of a Vital Records

This document outlines the instructions for obtaining certified copies of vital records from the Borough of Cape May Point's Local Registrar’s Office. Applicants must submit a completed application, valid identification, the correct fee of $10.00 per copy, and proof of relationship to the individual named on the vital record. Submissions can be made in person or by mail, with mail requests requiring a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Key requirements include providing identification that matches the address on the application and documentation to establish the applicant's relationship to the record holder (e.g., marriage certificates for spouses, birth certificates for parents/children). Various forms of identification are acceptable, including photo driver's licenses and other IDs paired with proof of current address. Specific guidance is provided for establishing relationships for one's own record, spouse, parent, sibling, child, or grandparent. The fee for each certified copy is $10.00. The instructions emphasize accurately identifying the record and providing all necessary supporting documents to ensure the request can be processed.