Why would I need to purchase Certified Copies of a death certificate?
Certified copies of a death certificate are legal proof of death. They may be needed for the transfer of stocks, bonds, banking transactions, retirement funds, life insurance claims and other death benefits. The death certificate is always filed in the county where the death occurred. We can help you determine how many you may need to settle an estate and also secure them for you. The Seneca County Health Department currently charges $20 per copy plus $3 for a burial/cremation permit. Costs vary from county to county.