What is an uncertified copy of a certificate?
An uncertified copy of a certificate issued by North Carolina Vital Records will be on plain (white) paper and will be clearly stamped “Uncertified”. It will not have a raised Vital Records seal. Uncertified copies are for informational purposes only and are not accepted for legal purposes. They are available to anyone who requests them unless legal restrictions apply. You must be able to provide us with all of the information requested on the application and pay the appropriate fees.