​​Mission: The Vital Statistics Administration (VSA) strives to ensure the accurate collection, issuance, and protection, of vital records. We are committed to supporting public health initiatives through data dissemination, collaboration, and communication while upholding the highest standards of data integrity, confidentiality, and customer service.​

Scam Alerts

Phone Scam​​

The Division of Vital Records warns consumers of a phone scam targeting customers who have misdialed our phone number when ordering vital records. The Division of Vital Records will never ask for your Social Security number or credit card PIN ​when processing requests for copies of vital records. Double check the number when dialing. Report fraud if you have been a victim. Click here​ for more information.

Phishing Scams​

The Vital Statistics Administration (VSA) Division of Vital Records (DVR), which is a part of the Maryland Department of Health, is aware of phishing scams related to official vital records, including death certificates. The VSA does not upload official vital records to any external accounts, and will only issue vital records upon request once entitlement is verified. If you have questions about a vital record, please contact VSA at 410-764-3038 or email [email protected].​​​