Find Death Records in Chamblee
Chamblee death records are handled by the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur. Chamblee sits in the north part of DeKalb County along the Peachtree corridor. The probate court at 445 Winn Way in Decatur manages all vital records for the county. The drive from Chamblee to Decatur is about 15 minutes without heavy traffic. You can visit in person for same-day copies, or use the state online system or mail request if you prefer to avoid the trip.
Chamblee Quick Facts
DeKalb County Death Records for Chamblee
The DeKalb County Probate Court is the vital records office for Chamblee residents. The office is at 445 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030. Staff can search the state database and print certified copies while you wait. Bring a valid photo ID and the details of the person whose death record you need. DeKalb County handles a large volume of requests, so plan for possible waits.
Under OCGA § 31-10-2, the state runs one vital records system. The DeKalb office can pull death records from any county. The fee is $25 for the first copy and $5 for extras. Cash, credit, and debit cards are taken. No personal checks.
The Georgia DPH fee schedule lists all costs for death certificate orders.
The fee schedule above covers all vital records costs including the $25 death certificate fee that applies to Chamblee residents.
| Office | DeKalb County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 445 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030 |
| Type | Probate Court (County Registrar) |
How to Get Chamblee Death Certificates
Chamblee residents can get death certificates by visiting the DeKalb County Probate Court, mailing a request, or ordering online. In-person visits give same-day copies. Mail and online orders take 8 to 10 weeks.
For mail orders, use Form 3912. Send it to 1680 Phoenix Blvd, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30349 with a $25 money order or certified check. The state ships copies by first class USPS. If no record is found, the fee is not returned.
The ROVER system charges $8 for online orders. VitalChek at 877-572-6343 takes phone orders. Under OCGA § 31-10-27, the base $25 fee is set by the state.
Who Can Get Death Certificates in Chamblee
Under OCGA § 31-10-25, certified copies go to those with a direct and tangible interest: spouse, adult children, parents, siblings, grandparents, grandchildren, legal reps, and insurance beneficiaries.
The public can get plain paper copies with the Social Security number removed. These work for genealogy but not legal use. A valid photo ID is required for all requests.
Chamblee Death Certificate Filing
When someone dies in Chamblee, the death certificate must be filed within ten days. Under OCGA § 31-10-15, the funeral director files it within 72 hours. A physician signs the medical section. The record goes to the state for registration. Under OCGA § 31-10-26, both the state and DeKalb County can issue copies after that.
Older Death Records for Chamblee
State records go back to January 1919. For older deaths in the Chamblee area, the Georgia Archives at (678) 364-3700 can help. The DeKalb County Probate Court may have some local records from before the state system. Cemetery logs and church records fill gaps for earlier time periods.
DeKalb County Death Records
Chamblee is in DeKalb County. All death records go through the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur. For full details, visit the county page.
Nearby Cities
These cities are near Chamblee in the north Atlanta area. Any Georgia vital records office can issue death certificates from any county.