Where are Military Discharges recorded and how do I obtain a copy?
A. Military discharges are also known as DD214’s and are recorded in the offices of the County Recorder. We recommend that veterans record both the original member 1 and member 4. This way there is a record of the discharge in a secure location near the residence of the veteran making it easier to get a certified copy if needed. Military discharges are now considered private information. This means that you have to fill out a “request for release of private data” form DD214 and show picture identification to get copies or certified copies. Recording of military discharges and certified copies are free.
