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From: Rebecca Rector <>
Subject: NY vital records question
Date: Tue, 18 May 2004 11:37:58 -0400

I called a town clerk in NY state this morning for a birth record from
1884, but she would only give information to a direct family member,
claiming new rules after 9-11. Can someone who lives in NY tell me if
indeed rules have indeed changed since 9-11? The rules before that date
were births can be ordered (by anyone) after 75 yrs., deaths & marriages
after 50 yrs. The vital records available at the state level can still be
ordered.
I will be moving back to the Albany area this summer, and need to know
what to expect. Is this a case of a town clerk mis-interpreting the
rules? Thanks!
Rebecca Rector, MLS
42 Harriet Ave.
Shrewsbury, MA (moving back to NY in July)

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