Vital Records
Birth Certificates
Birth Certificates are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law “the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record.” You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. “Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C-16) must present positive identification.”
Birth records from 1935 to present are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office otherwise, go to the town where the birth occurred. A certified copy costs $15.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
Death Certificates
Death Certificates are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law “the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record.” You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. “Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C-16) must present positive identification.”
Death records from 1965 to present are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office otherwise, go to the town where the event occurred. A certified copy costs $15.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
Marriage Licenses
Marriage licenses can be obtained at any town clerk’s office in New Hampshire. Both applicants must appear before the town clerk to complete an application. You will need a photo ID such as a driver’s license or passport. An original, certified copy of a divorce decree or death certificate is required, if applicable. There is a fee of $50.00. The license is valid for 90 days. Applicants must make an appointment to complete the marriage license process.
After the ceremony either applicant can apply for the marriage certificate. The cost is $15.00 for the first certified copy and $10.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time.
Marriage Certificates
Marriage Certificates are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law “the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record.” You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. “Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C -16) must present positive identification.”
Marriage records from 1960 to present are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office otherwise, go to the town where you applied for the marriage license. A certified copy costs $15.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
Divorce Certificates
Divorce records from 1979 to within 6 months from the present search date are available at the Alton Town Clerk’s office, otherwise, go to the court where the event occurred. A certified copy costs $15.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for each additional copy requested at the same time. You will need to show proof of identity such as a driver’s license.
Divorce records are considered closed records. According to New Hampshire law “the applicant must have a direct and tangible interest in the requested record.” You must be a member of the immediate family, guardian or legal representative. “Effective January 1, 2005 all individuals requesting a certified copy of a record (Pursuant to RSA 5 C-16) must present positive identification.”