Tamarac Death Records Search

Death records and obituary information for Tamarac are handled by the Broward County Department of Health in Fort Lauderdale. Tamarac is a city of about 75,100 residents in northwest Broward County, and all death certificate requests for the area go through the county DOH office.

Broward County DOH for Tamarac

Tamarac residents get death certificates from the Broward County Department of Health vital records office. The office is in Fort Lauderdale on SW 6th Avenue, about a 20-minute drive southeast from Tamarac. It processes walk-in visits and mail requests for death records dating from 2009 to the present. For older records, you need to contact the state bureau in Jacksonville.

You need a valid photo ID to request a death certificate. The first certified copy costs $12 in Broward County. Added copies run $5 each. The fee covers the search and one certified copy. Cash, checks, and money orders are accepted at the counter. The staff will search for the record and print it while you wait. Most requests are done in under an hour.

Keep in mind that every third Thursday of the month, the office closes early at 3:00 PM instead of the regular 4:30 PM. Tamarac residents should plan around this schedule. A quick call to (954) 467-4455 before your visit can confirm the hours for that day.

Getting Death Records in Tamarac

There are three ways to get death certificates for Tamarac. Each has its own cost, speed, and convenience trade-offs.

The fastest method is an in-person visit to the Broward DOH office. Drive to 2421-A SW 6th Ave in Fort Lauderdale. Fill out a request form at the counter, show your ID, and pay the $12 fee. Staff print your certified copy on site. Most Tamarac residents can be in and out within an hour, depending on how busy the office is that day.

The City of Tamarac has its own website at tamarac.org with community resources and city services. While Tamarac does not issue death certificates at the city level, the site can point you toward the right county office and other helpful resources. Below is a look at the Tamarac city website.

Mail requests are an option if you cannot visit in person. Print Form DH727 from the Florida DOH site. Send it with a check or money order for $12 and a photo ID copy to the Broward DOH at 2421-A SW 6th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315. Allow two to three weeks for processing. Broward is a busy county, and mail requests can pile up during peak times.

VitalChek is the online option. Visit VitalChek or call 1-877-550-7330 to order. The fee is $15 for the first copy plus $7 for processing. Cards are accepted. Delivery takes five to seven business days. For Tamarac residents who prefer to handle things from home, this is the most convenient route.

Tamarac Obituary Search Tips

Obituaries and official death records are different things. A death certificate is a state document. An obituary is a notice placed by the family in a newspaper or online. Both have value for people searching for information about a death in Tamarac.

The Sun Sentinel covers all of Broward County, including Tamarac. It runs daily obituary notices and keeps a searchable online archive. The Broward County Library System has a branch in Tamarac at 8701 W Commercial Blvd. Library staff can help with newspaper archive searches and genealogy databases. Some databases are available free with a Broward library card, which means Tamarac residents can search from home.

For older records, the Florida Memory project from the State Archives has digitized vital records indexes, military service cards, and other collections. These go back to the 1800s and can fill in gaps for historical Tamarac death records. The Florida Clerks of Court website links to the Broward County Clerk for probate records, which often list death dates and other details that support obituary research.

Who Can Request Tamarac Death Records

Florida law creates two categories of death certificates. Understanding which type you need saves time at the Broward DOH counter.

The public version does not include cause of death. Any adult can request it. You do not need to be related to the deceased. This type covers most needs: insurance claims, estate work, genealogy, and property matters. It is the version most Tamarac residents will request.

The confidential version shows cause of death. Under Florida Statutes Chapter 382, this version is restricted for 50 years after the date of death. Only spouses, parents, children, and legal representatives of the estate can get it. You must bring proof of your relationship. A court order also works if you have a legal need for the cause of death but do not fall into those family categories.

The Florida public records law under Chapter 119 guarantees access to non-confidential records. The Broward DOH must give you a copy if you ask and pay the fee. No explanation is needed.

Tamarac Death Certificate Fees

Fees vary depending on where you order. The county office, state bureau, and VitalChek each have their own pricing. Here is what Tamarac residents should expect:

• Broward County DOH first copy: $12
• Broward County DOH added copies: $5 each
• State bureau search and one copy: $5
• State bureau added copies: $4 each
• State bureau rush processing: $10
• VitalChek first copy: $15 plus $7 processing

The $12 county fee is standard for Florida. Added copies at $5 are reasonable. If you need several copies for estate or insurance purposes, the state bureau at $4 per extra is the cheapest option. The state bureau is at 1217 N Pearl St, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Call (904) 359-6900 for details. VitalChek is the priciest option but the most convenient for Tamarac residents who want to order online with a credit card.

State Bureau Records for Tamarac

The Florida Bureau of Vital Statistics in Jacksonville has death records going back to 1877. This is the central repository for the entire state, and it covers all Tamarac records regardless of when the death occurred.

For deaths before 2009, the state bureau is the primary source since county offices only keep records from that year forward. Mail your request using Form DH727 with a $5 check or money order to 1217 N Pearl St, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Include a copy of your ID. Rush processing is $10 extra. The bureau does not take walk-in visits. Turnaround is typically two to four weeks, or faster with rush service. Tamarac residents looking for older death records should start here.

Broward County Obituary Records

Tamarac is part of Broward County. All death records for the city go through the Broward County DOH. The county page has full details on hours, fees, forms, and additional resources for death record and obituary searches across Broward.

View Broward County Obituary Records

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