subject: Searching Public Records For Deceased People [print this page] Searching Public Records For Deceased People
In the past, the only way to research public records was to spend time physically going through paper records in government offices. This was time consuming and frustrating. If the records you were looking for were in a far off state, you would have even more difficulty trying to find the correct records.
With the use of internet databases, most government agencies now store their records online and give the general public access to these. Many people are not aware of the amount of information that can be obtained online, especially when it comes to public records.
If you are searchingpublic records for deceased people, an internet search is the easiest way to go. Start by typing in the person's name in a search engine. From here, you will most likely receive a few results that can help to narrow your search. Death notices and obituaries will surely be displayed.
To find more information, you can get information from the local government site in the area in which the person resided. A lot of information is public, so you may be able to find criminal records, housing information and much more.
A lot of internet sites are free, so try this route before you go to one of the paid sites. Often times, you can find some basic information on the free sites and they will then give you the option to pay a fee to get more detailed reports. If you want the most information, this is sometimes the route you should take.
With some research and patience, all of the information you are looking for should be found on the internet.
