Web Resources
- Child Welfare Information Gateway - Adoption
- From the federal government's Administration for Children and Families, this is a gateway web site for adoption records. State access policies, databases, organizations, officials and help and referral services.
- New York Public Record
- Search New York public records statewide for vital information such as death, birth and marriage certificates with official government websites. Find property information, conduct a business search, verify professional licenses and view other public records available online.
- US Department of State: Family Services
- Links to common issues regarding travel and immigration as it relates to family issues such as marriage, divorce, death and birth certificates abroad.
- Where to Write for Vital Statistics
- "Direct access to individual states and territory information" concerning birth, death, marriage, or divorce certificates / records. Directory provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
