Pasquotank County Death Records
Pasquotank County death records are held at the Register of Deeds office in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The office stores death certificates along with birth records, marriage licenses, and land records. You can request copies in person, by mail, or through an online system. This page explains how to find and get Pasquotank County death records, what fees apply, and where else to look if the record is not on file locally.
Pasquotank County Register of Deeds
The Pasquotank County Register of Deeds is led by Penny Newbern. The office is at 203 E Main Street, Elizabeth City, NC 27909. The phone number is (252) 335-4367. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Staff members include Shirley F. Bryant, Veronica K. Creecy, and Amy McCann, who serve as assistant and deputy registers.
The office handles death certificates, birth certificates, marriage licenses, and land records. A certified death certificate costs $10 in Pasquotank County. A non-certified copy costs $0.25. The certified copy has a raised seal and is accepted by banks, courts, and insurance companies. The non-certified copy holds the same facts but lacks the seal.
Visit the Pasquotank County Register of Deeds page for more about the office and its services.
The county site shows contact details, hours, and the full range of services at the Register of Deeds.
| Office |
Pasquotank County Register of Deeds Penny Newbern, Register 203 E Main Street Elizabeth City, NC 27909 Phone: (252) 335-4367 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Fees | Certified Death Certificate: $10.00 | Non-Certified Copy: $0.25 |
| PO Box 154, Elizabeth City, NC 27907-0154 |
How to Request Death Records
For in-person visits, go to 203 E Main Street in Elizabeth City during business hours. Bring a valid photo ID. Tell the staff the full name of the deceased and the date of death. They will search the files and can often hand you a copy the same day. A certified copy costs $10. A non-certified copy is $0.25.
For mail requests, send a letter to PO Box 154, Elizabeth City, NC 27907-0154. Include the name of the deceased, the date of death, your contact details, and a copy of your photo ID. The office does not accept personal checks. Send a money order for the fee instead. The staff will process your request and mail the copy back.
Pasquotank County also has an online vital records system. Visit the Pasquotank County vital records page to search for records and place an order.
The online vital records page lists the steps and fees for ordering Pasquotank County death records from home.
Note: Personal checks are not accepted. Use a money order for mail requests.
Pasquotank Death Record Eligibility
North Carolina law limits who can get a certified death certificate. The rules apply in Pasquotank County and across the state. Under G.S. 130A-93, only certain people have the right to a certified copy. Close family members such as a spouse, parent, or adult child can request one. Legal agents, attorneys acting for an eligible party, and funeral homes tied to the case are also allowed.
If you do not qualify for a certified copy, you can still get a non-certified copy from Pasquotank County. It costs $0.25 and holds all the same facts. Non-certified copies work well for research, family history, and personal files.
Under G.S. 130A-93.1, you must show a valid photo ID with each request. The Pasquotank County office checks your ID to confirm your right to the record before issuing a certified copy.
What Pasquotank Death Records Show
A death certificate from Pasquotank County lists the full name of the deceased, the date and place of death, and the cause. It shows the age, race, and last known address. Many records list the names of the parents of the deceased. The record may also note the funeral home and the place of burial.
These facts serve many purposes. Banks and courts need a certified copy to process estates. Insurance firms use them for claims. Family history researchers use the parent names and other details to build family trees. The non-certified copy from Pasquotank County has all these same facts at a much lower cost.
Other Vital Records Services
The Pasquotank County Register of Deeds also handles marriage licenses. Marriage license appointments are required and must be set up in advance. This is separate from death record requests, which can be handled during walk-in hours. If you need both a death record and a marriage license, plan for two visits or call ahead to schedule both.
The office also records land deeds and other legal documents. All of these services are housed in the same office at 203 E Main Street in Elizabeth City. The staff can guide you to the right form and tell you what fee applies for each type of record in Pasquotank County.
State Death Record Resources
The North Carolina Vital Records office in Raleigh holds death records from all 100 counties. If the Pasquotank County office does not have the record, the state may. You can order through the state ordering page or by mail.
The North Carolina State Archives holds older records from across the state. If you need a death record from before 1913, the archives may have estate papers, church files, or court records that note a death in Pasquotank County.
The NC Association of Registers of Deeds has a directory of all county offices. This helps if the death took place outside Pasquotank County.
Tips for Pasquotank County Searches
Have the full name and date of death ready. These facts help the staff find the record fast. If you only have one, share it along with any other details you know. The address of the deceased or names of family members can help narrow the search.
Under G.S. 130A Article 4, the vital records system covers all of North Carolina. If a death took place in Pasquotank County but the record is not at the local office, try the state office in Raleigh. Records can sometimes end up at the state level if there was a delay or error in the local filing process.