Redan Death Records
Redan death records are managed by the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur. Redan is a census-designated place in the eastern part of DeKalb County. The probate court office at 445 Winn Way in Decatur handles all death certificate requests for the county. The drive from Redan to Decatur takes about 20 minutes. You can walk in for same-day copies, order online through the state system, or send a mail request if you do not need the record right away.
Redan Quick Facts
DeKalb County Death Records for Redan
The DeKalb County Probate Court serves as the vital records office for Redan 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 full name, date of death, and place of death for the person whose record you need. The fee is $25 for the first copy and $5 for each extra.
Under OCGA § 31-10-2, Georgia runs one vital records system. The DeKalb office can pull death records from any county. Cash, credit, and debit cards are accepted. No personal checks.
The Georgia DPH online ordering instructions explain how to order death certificates without visiting the office.
The instructions above walk Redan residents through the steps to order death certificates online from the state system.
| Office | DeKalb County Probate Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 445 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030 |
| Type | Probate Court (County Registrar) |
How to Get Redan Death Certificates
Redan residents have three ways to get death certificates. Visit the DeKalb County Probate Court in Decatur, mail a request to the state, or order online. In-person visits are fastest. 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 mails copies by first class USPS. If no record is found, you get a "not on file" letter and the fee is not returned.
The ROVER system adds $8 for online orders. VitalChek at 877-572-6343 takes phone orders too.
Who Can Get Death Certificates in Redan
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 blacked out. These work for genealogy but not legal matters. A valid photo ID is needed for all requests at the DeKalb County office.
Redan Death Certificate Filing
When someone dies in Redan, 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 Redan
State records go back to January 1919. For older deaths in the Redan 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
Redan 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 Redan in the DeKalb County area. Any Georgia vital records office can issue death certificates from any county.