Replacing Documents & Records
Here is a check list of documents you will need to replace if they have been destroyed, and who to contact for information on the replacement process.
| ITEM | WHO TO CONTACT |
|---|---|
| Driver's license, Auto registration | Department of motor vehicles |
| Bank books (checking, savings, etc.) | Your bank, as soon as possible |
| Insurance policies | Your insurance agent |
| Military discharge papers | Department of Veterans Affairs |
| Passports | Passport service |
| Birth, death and marriage certificates | Bureau of Recordsin the appropriate state |
| Divorce papers | Circuit court where decree was issued |
| Social Security or Medicare cards | Local Social Security office |
| Credit cards | The issuing companies, as soon as possible |
| Titles to deeds | Records department of the localityin which the property is located |
| Stocks and bonds | Issuing company or your broker |
| Wills | Your lawyer |
| Medical records | Your doctor |
| Warranties | Issuing company |
| Income tax records | The IRS Center where filed or your accountant |
| Citizenship papers | U.S. Immigration and Naturalization Service |
| Prepaid burial contract | Issuing company |
| Animal registration papers | Humane Society |
| Mortgage papers | Lending institution |
Last Reviewed: December 28, 2006
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