How to Find Arizona Death Records

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Arizona became a territory of the United States 24 February 1863 and officially became the 48th State 14 February 1912. State law required the recording of death certificates in 1909. Arizona has death records dating back as early as 1844. Death records are available from 1844 through the present year.

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Next Step: When did the death occur?

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 * Death Records
 * Choose a time period:


 * 1844 thru 50 years from present year
 * 50 years ago thru present year
 * Death year unknown


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Deaths from 1844 thru 50 years from present year
Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) houses death records from 1844 through the present year. Anyone can obtain a death certificate for a person deceased at least 50 years.

50 years ago to present year (certified certificate)
Arizona is a "closed record" state. That means that vital records are not public record and the confidentiality of citizens is protected under Arizona law restrictions on the public's access of vital records. A person must be 18 years of age or older to obtain a certified copy of a death certificate.

The following persons can obtain a certified death certificate from the past 50 years. For additional explanations of these parties go toArizona Department of Health Services


 * Spouse or Immediate Family Member
 * Attorney Representing an Estate
 * Attorney Representing Family Members
 * Attorney Representing Persons with a Legal Interest
 * Non-Attorney Legal Interest/Other Vital Interest
 * Third Party
 * Private Investigator
 * Genealogical Researcher

Obtain the Certificate
PART A: You know the exact date of death 

To obtain a certified copy go to Arizona Department of Health Services

Deaths since 2008 are also available on the county level. For a list of county office locations, contact information and fees go to Arizona Department of Health Services application form.

PART B: You don't know the exact date of death
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 * width="65%" | Free; most current version; few records before 1962; gives place where the last benefit was sent
 * width="25%" | 1937 to present at Genealogy Bank
 * width="65%" | Free; most current version; few records before 1962; gives place where the last benefit was sent
 * width="25%" | 1937 to present at Genealogy Bank
 * width="65%" | Free; most current version; few records before 1962; gives place where the last benefit was sent
 * width="65%" | Free; most current version; few records before 1962; gives place where the last benefit was sent

If you do not want to order the death record, you can search other records containing death information.

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