What we can help retrieve
- Deeds and mortgages
- Discharges
- Plans
- Recorded documents
- Certified copies when available
- Research using owner or property information
Information normally needed
- Property address and current or former owner
- County and registry district, if known
- Book and page or document number
- Document type and approximate recording date
How the process works
Identify the document and its intended use. We review the likely custodian, access requirements and service cost. After acceptance, payment and any required authorization, we coordinate the permitted retrieval process and available delivery method.
Read the full process ↗Potential restrictions
The correct registry depends on the property’s location and may involve a district within a county. A document search is not a title examination, title insurance or a legal opinion about ownership.
Frequently asked questions
Can you obtain a certified copy?
We can help request a certified or attested copy when the custodian offers one and the request is eligible. Tell us the receiving organization’s requirements.
How long does retrieval take?
Timing depends on the custodian, record availability and any required identification or authorization. A requested deadline is not a guaranteed completion date.
What if I do not have every detail?
Provide what you know. Missing names, dates or reference numbers may require additional research or clarification before a request can proceed.
Official sources and related guides
For current custodian requirements or to request records directly: