Non-Certified Death Certificates
A non-certified copy is a plain paper copy of a death record. It does not show an issue date or issuance location. Non-certified copies are for informational use only and cannot be used for legal purposes. If you need a certificate for legal use, please go to certified death certificates.
Locations
- Administration Center - Hastings
- Northern Service Center - West St. Paul
- Lakeville License Center - Lakeville
- Burnsville License Center - Burnsville
- Robert Trail License Center - Rosemount
Drop box available
Paper work can be submitted via drop boxes at each location.
Walk-ins available
Service and license centers are open for walk-ins. However, making an appointment is encouraged.
Fees
First non-certified death record: $13
Each additional non-certified copy of the same record issued at the same time: $6
All locations accept Discover, Visa and MasterCard. A 2.49-percent convenience fee is charged for credit and debit cards on this county service.
Make checks payable to: Dakota County
Purchasing in person
Anyone can get non-certified copy of a death record. You must complete an application.
Bring the unsigned form and fees to one of six locations.
Purchasing by mail
A person must complete an application. Mail application and fees to:
Northern Service Center
Service Desk
1 Mendota Road West
West St. Paul, MN 55118
To make processing easier, make sure to write your return address legibly.