Standard Death Certificate Processing is the default processing option for obtaining certified copies of death certificates. Certified copies are issued directly by the state and mailed to the family.
Under standard processing, delivery typically takes approximately four to six weeks after the medical certification has been completed and all required authorizations have been received. Actual timelines may vary based on medical certifier completion, state processing volumes, and regulatory requirements.
This option reflects standard state processing timelines and does not include expedited handling.